Most mobile home moves cost between $2,000 and $15,000. Where your move lands in that range depends on five things: how big the home is, how far it’s going, what permits and escorts the route needs, how easy the sites are to reach, and how much setup you want at the new lot. This guide explains each one, shows what a full quote should include, and covers the honest ways to bring the price down.
How Much Does It Cost to Move a Mobile Home?
For most of our customers, the whole job — teardown, transport and setup — costs $2,000 to $15,000. The low end is a short, simple move: a single-wide going a few miles, with easy access on both ends and light setup. The high end is a multi-section home going a long way, with several permits, pilot cars and a full installation at the new site.
Here is roughly where common moves fall in that range:
| Type of move | Where it usually lands | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Single-wide, local (same town or county) | Low end | One truck, one permit or none, simple setup |
| Single-wide, long distance or out of state | Low to middle | More miles, fuel and permits for each state |
| Double-wide, local | Middle | Two trucks, split and rejoin, more setup labor |
| Double-wide or triple-wide, long distance | Upper end | Several trucks, escorts, multi-state permits, full install |
| Modular sections | Varies | Depends on section count, crane needs and foundation work |
No honest mover can give you an exact number without knowing the home, both sites and the route. That’s why a written quote matters more than any average you read online.
What Drives the Price of a Mobile Home Move
1. Home size and number of sections
Size is the biggest single factor. A single-wide travels as one load on one truck. A double-wide has to be split into two sections, sealed for the road, hauled on two trucks and rejoined at the new site. A triple-wide adds a third load. Every extra section means more trucks, more drivers, more permits and more setup hours.
Width matters as much as length. Wider loads need more permits and are more likely to need pilot cars, and some routes limit what can travel on them and when.
2. Distance and route
Moving across town costs less than moving across the state, and moving out of state costs more again. Distance adds fuel and driver time, but the route matters too. Oversized loads can’t always take the shortest road: low bridges, narrow lanes, weight limits and city restrictions can force a longer path. A good mover plans the route before quoting, not on moving day.
3. Permits and escorts
Every state requires an oversize-load permit to move a mobile home on public roads, and a move that crosses state lines needs a permit for each state on the way. Many states also require pilot cars (escort vehicles) in front of or behind wider loads, and some routes call for a police escort. Many counties also want a moving permit and a tax receipt showing property taxes are paid before the home can leave.
Permit and escort costs vary a lot from state to state, which is one reason two moves of the same distance can be priced differently. A full quote should include all of them. Read more in our guide to choosing a licensed mobile home mover.
4. Site access at both ends
Tight mobile home parks, steep or muddy driveways, trees, fences and soft ground all slow the job down. If the truck can’t back straight in, the crew may need extra equipment to position the home. Rural lots without a finished driveway can need gravel or grading before the home can be set. Tell your mover about anything unusual at either site so it’s in the quote.
5. Teardown and setup
The move is more than the drive. Before transport, the home has to be prepared: skirting, decks, porches and steps removed, utilities disconnected and the home secured for the road. After delivery, it has to be blocked, leveled and anchored, sections rejoined and sealed, utilities reconnected and skirting reinstalled.
Setup is where cheap quotes often fall short. A hauler who only drives the home leaves you to find and pay an installer separately. We explain why it pays to keep both jobs with one crew in mobile home movers and setup.
6. Condition and age of the home
Older homes may need repairs before they can travel safely: new tires or axles, frame work, or reinforcement for weak walls and roofs. Some states and parks also limit moving homes built before the HUD Code took effect in June 1976. An inspection before the move finds these issues early, so they don’t turn into surprise charges.
7. Time of year and scheduling
Spring and summer are the busiest seasons, so crews book up and rushed dates can cost more. Late fall and winter often have more open dates, though weather can delay moves in northern states. Giving your mover four to eight weeks also leaves time for permits, which can take days or weeks depending on the state.
What a Complete Mobile Home Moving Quote Should Include
A low number on paper doesn’t mean a low final bill. Before you compare prices, make sure each quote covers the same work. A complete quote should list:
- Teardown: removing skirting, steps, decks and tie-downs, and disconnecting utilities.
- Transport: trucks, drivers, fuel and the planned route.
- Permits: oversize-load permits for every state on the route, plus any county moving permit.
- Escorts: pilot cars or police escorts where the permit calls for them.
- Splitting and rejoining: for double-wides and larger homes, including sealing each section for the road.
- Setup: blocking, leveling, anchoring, rejoining sections, utility reconnection and skirting.
- Insurance: what coverage protects the home while it’s in the mover’s hands.
If a quote leaves any of these out, ask whether it’s included, extra, or something you’ll need to arrange yourself. Our quotes cover the whole job, so there are no surprise charges on moving day.
Hidden Costs to Watch For
Most budget problems come from costs nobody mentioned up front. Watch for these:
- Utility hookups at the new lot. Running new water, sewer or electric lines to the pad is usually done by a local plumber or electrician and isn’t part of the move.
- Foundation or pad work. A new site may need a gravel pad, concrete runners or piers before the home arrives.
- Park fees. Some parks charge move-in or move-out fees or require their own inspection.
- Repairs found during teardown. Rotten subfloors, damaged frames or worn axles may need fixing before the home can travel.
- Delays. Waiting on permits, weather or an unready site can push your date back. Ask how your mover handles it.
Mobile Home Towing vs. Professional Transport: Is Cheaper Worth It?
You may find a local hauler or tow operator who offers to move your home for much less. The difference is usually in what’s left out: permits, escorts, insurance and setup. A home moved without the right permits can be stopped on the road, and one set up badly can shift, leak or fail an inspection. Read mobile home towing vs. transport and transport companies vs. local haulers before you choose the cheapest bid.
How to Lower the Cost of Moving a Mobile Home
- Book early. Four to eight weeks of notice gives time for permits and a better choice of dates.
- Move in the off-season. Late fall and winter often have more open dates.
- Get the paperwork ready. Have the title, tax receipt and any park approvals in hand so permits aren’t delayed.
- Prepare the home yourself. Empty heavy furniture, secure loose items, and remove decks or sheds you own if your mover agrees.
- Get the new site ready first. A finished pad and utilities at the lot avoid waiting charges and a second trip.
- Keep moving and setup with one company. One crew avoids paying two businesses and arguing about who caused a problem.
- Compare complete quotes. Line up each quote against the list above so you compare the same work.
Our mobile home moving checklist walks through each step in order.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to move a single-wide mobile home?
A local single-wide move with simple setup usually sits at the low end of the $2,000 to $15,000 range. Long distances, several state permits or a full installation move it higher.
How much does it cost to move a double-wide mobile home?
Double-wides usually land in the middle to upper part of the range because they travel as two loads and must be split, sealed and rejoined, which adds trucks, permits and setup time.
Is it cheaper to move a mobile home or buy a new one?
It depends on the home’s age and condition. Moving a home in good shape is usually far cheaper than buying new. For an older home that needs major repairs before it can travel, compare the full moving quote with what a replacement would cost.
Does the moving price include setup?
Not always. Many haulers only quote transport. Our quotes include teardown, permits, transport and setup by our own crews, so the price covers the whole job.
How can I get an exact price?
Send us the home’s size, where it is now and where it’s going. We’ll check the route, permits and both sites, and send a written quote for free.
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