The honest answer is that an Odessa move ranges from a few hundred dollars for a studio to several thousand for a long-distance haul out of the Permian Basin. What moves the number is the size of your home, how far you are going, and how much lifting you want the crew to do. Below is how It’s Your Move actually prices a job in 2026, with the same flat figures Wade writes up before load day, so you can plan instead of guess.
What drives the price of an Odessa move
A few things decide where your quote lands, and none of them are a mystery once you see them listed out.
- Home size: a studio near UTPB loads far faster than a four-bedroom in south Odessa
- Distance: a cross-town move versus a run to Midland, Lubbock, or Dallas
- Access: stairs, long gravel drives, and tight apartment breezeways add crew time
- Specialty items: pianos, gun safes, and gym equipment need extra hands and gear
- Packing: full pack, partial pack, or you box it yourself before we arrive
- Timing: oilfield hitch windows and month-end weekends fill up the fastest
Local moving rates in Odessa
For moves inside the basin you can book by the hour or take a flat all-in figure. Hourly always runs a truck, pads, and dollies with the crew, and the minimum is two hours.
| Crew size | Hourly rate | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 2 movers + 26-ft truck | $139/hr | Studios and 1-bedroom apartments |
| 3 movers + truck | $189/hr | 2- to 3-bedroom homes |
| 4 movers + truck | $239/hr | Large or stair-heavy 3- to 4-bedroom homes |
Prefer one number with no clock running? Our flat all-in bands cover the truck, labor, and basic protection.
| Home size | Flat all-in range |
|---|---|
| Studio | $425–$625 |
| 1 bedroom | $625–$950 |
| 2 bedroom | $950–$1,500 |
| 3 bedroom | $1,500–$2,400 |
| 4 bedroom | $2,400–$3,600 |
Specialty work is priced on top: an upright or baby-grand piano starts at $225, a gun safe at $325, and labor-only loading of your own truck or pod runs $89/hr for two movers.
Most one- and two-bedroom moves come out about the same whether you pick hourly or flat, so the real choice is peace of mind. If you want a hard cap on the bill, take the flat figure. If your home is light and already well-packed, the hourly rate can land under the low end of the band. Wade will tell you honestly which one saves you money on your specific job.
Long-distance examples out of Odessa
Longer runs are quoted as flat per-route figures based on home size and total weight, not a meter that keeps ticking down the highway. Here is where real routes tend to land.
| Route | Distance | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Odessa to Midland | ~22 mi | $650–$4,200 |
| Odessa to Lubbock | ~140 mi | $1,400–$7,000 |
| Odessa to Dallas | ~340 mi | $2,900–$11,800 |
The low end of each range is a small apartment; the high end is a full four-bedroom home with packing. See how we run the Odessa-to-Midland route for a closer look at a short interstate move.
Every long-distance figure includes the truck, fuel, our own crew loading and unloading, and basic released protection at $0.60 per pound. There is no brokered hand-off in the middle, so the crew that seals the truck in Odessa is the crew that opens it at your new door. Full-value protection is available if you want your belongings covered at replacement cost instead.
How to bring your quote down
You have more control over the final figure than most people expect, and a little prep goes straight back into your pocket.
- Book mid-month, mid-week. Month-end weekends are the busiest and least flexible slots in Odessa.
- Pack what you can yourself. Boxing your own kitchen and closets trims crew hours off an hourly job.
- Purge before load day. Every load you donate or sell is weight you do not pay to haul across the basin.
- Disassemble beds and clear paths. A ready house lets the crew load instead of waiting on you.
- Ask for the flat figure. A written flat rate from Wade caps your cost even if load day runs long.
“I would rather give you an honest flat number up front than surprise you at the curb. If we quote it, we stand behind it.” — Travis Cardenas, Owner
Quick answers
Is there a deposit to book?
Yes, a $75 deposit holds your date and comes straight off the final bill. It is not an extra charge.
Do you charge for drive time back to your yard?
On local hourly jobs we start the clock when we reach your home and stop when the last item is off the truck. There is no separate return-trip fee inside Odessa.
Do prices change on weekends or month-end?
Our rates stay the same, but the calendar fills up. Month-end and the last days before the first are the busiest slots in Odessa, so booking mid-month gives you the most flexibility.
What if my oilfield hitch changes my move date?
We build flexibility in for rotation schedules. Call dispatch as soon as you know, and we will shift your slot to fit your window.
Are you licensed and insured?
We are a Texas-licensed household-goods mover with authority on file and $1M in cargo coverage. Released protection is $0.60 per pound, with full-value protection available.
Want your own number instead of a range? Tell us your home size and dates for a written free quote, or read more about our local moving service and how our Odessa crew works.