Mobile Home Moving Cost Calculator By Amara Taylor · Updated Sep 13, 2026
Estimate what it costs to move a manufactured or mobile
home. Enter your home size and moving distance, add setup or permit
costs if you need them, and get an instant transport cost estimate to
budget your move.
✓ Free, no signup✓ Single, double & triple-wide✓ Optional setup & permit add-ons✓ Instant results
Quick answer: Mobile home moving cost = a base preparation fee
(by home size) plus a per-mile transport rate, plus any setup or
permit add-ons. Transport-only moves typically run
$1,000–$5,000. A full-service relocation, where the mover also
disconnects utilities and sets the home up at the new site, runs
considerably higher — 2026 industry figures average around
$6,500 for a single-wide and $11,500 for a double-wide.
Home & distance
Optional add-ons
Estimated Moving Cost
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Enter your home type and distance
How to use this mobile home moving cost calculator
Select your home type — single-wide, double-wide, or
triple-wide. Larger homes cost more to prepare and transport.
Enter the moving distance in miles between the current site
and the new location.
Check any add-ons that apply — setup and utility hookup at
the destination, and permits or pilot car escorts for oversized
loads.
Click Estimate to see the total cost and a realistic
low-to-high range.
The base fee covers disconnecting utilities, preparing the home for
transport, and mobilizing the moving crew. The per-mile rate covers fuel,
tow vehicles, and — for double and triple-wide homes — moving multiple
sections.
Worked example
Example. Moving a double-wide home 50 miles,
with setup and utility hookup at the new site plus permits and a pilot
car escort:
Without the setup and permit add-ons, the same move would cost
$2,000 + $750 = $2,750 for transport alone.
Transport-only vs. full-service: read the quote carefully
This calculator models a transport-led move with modest add-ons,
which is the cheaper of the two ways movers quote. Treat its output as a
floor, not a ceiling.
Industry guides put transport-only moves at roughly $1,000 to $5,000.
Full-service relocations — where the mover disconnects utilities, hauls
the home, then levels, anchors, skirts and reconnects it at the new site
— cost far more. This Old House
puts 2026 full-service averages near $6,500 for a single-wide and $11,500
for a double-wide.
The gap is almost entirely the setup work. If your quote includes
levelling, anchoring and utility reconnection, expect the setup line
alone to run into thousands rather than the $1,500 placeholder used
above. Ask every mover to itemise transport and setup separately.
What affects mobile home moving cost the most
Home size — double and triple-wide homes require moving
multiple sections and typically need a pilot car escort, both of
which add cost.
Distance — longer moves cost more in fuel, crew time, and
potentially overnight logistics.
Permits and route restrictions — oversized-load permits and
escort requirements vary by state and route.
Home age and condition — older homes may need additional
reinforcement or repairs before they can legally be moved, and
homes built before 1976 are often ineligible to move at all.
Setup at the new site — leveling, anchoring, and
reconnecting utilities is usually quoted separately from transport,
and is the single largest swing between a cheap quote and a real
one.
Who moves a mobile or manufactured home
Homeowners relocating to a new lot or community, mobile home park
residents required to move due to redevelopment, people buying a used
manufactured home to place on their own land, and property managers
relocating homes within a community all budget for this kind of move.
Mobile home moving cost calculator FAQs
How much does it cost to move a mobile home?
It depends heavily on size, distance, and whether
setup is included. Transport-only moves often run $1,000–$5,000,
while 2026 full-service relocations average around $6,500 for a
single-wide and $11,500 for a double-wide.
What's the cost difference between single-wide and double-wide moves?
Double-wide homes cost more because they're moved
in two sections, often require a pilot car escort, and generally
have higher base preparation and setup fees than a single-wide.
Does this calculator include permits and pilot car escorts?
Only if you check the "Permits & pilot car /
escort" add-on. Requirements and fees vary significantly by state
and by how wide the load is, so confirm exact permit costs with your
mover.
What affects mobile home moving cost the most?
Home size and distance are the two biggest factors,
followed by permit requirements, the home's age and condition, and
whether you need setup and utility hookup at the new site.
Can any mobile home be moved?
Not always. Some older homes may not meet current
transport or structural standards, and some jurisdictions restrict
moving homes past a certain age. A licensed mobile home mover can
confirm whether your home is safe and legal to relocate.
Does this cost include setting up the home at the new site?
Only if you check the setup add-on, and that add-on
is a modest placeholder. On a real full-service quote, setup —
leveling, anchoring, skirting, and reconnecting utilities — is a
separate line item that often runs into thousands.
How far in advance should I book a mobile home mover?
Most movers recommend booking several weeks ahead,
since permits, route surveys, and pilot car scheduling can take time
— especially for wide loads or long-distance moves.
⚠️ Accuracy note: This calculator provides a general
planning estimate for a transport-led move only. Actual mobile home
moving costs vary by state permitting rules, road access, home age and
condition, and mover availability, and a full-service quote including
setup will run considerably higher. Get quotes from licensed, insured
mobile home movers before budgeting your move.
