“On average, movers charge between $25 to $50 per mover, per hour for local moves. So, a two-person team working for four hours will cost a minimum of $200 to $400, just for labor. But keep in mind that other expenses will be incurred as well, like transportation fees, materials and gas.”
“However, it's good etiquette to tip movers. Moving costs can range from $10 per man for a half-day move to $20 per man for a full-day move, plus more if your move was particularly large or complex. People sometimes tip their movers by simply taking 5% to 10% of their total moving costs.”
“The bottom line. A move by yourself is cheaper than moving by a moving company. There is no doubt about that. However, there are a lot of other factors to consider as well, such as time, stress, and the amount of effort needed.”