Last updated 2026-07-10 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
A moving container costs roughly $300 to $700 for a local move and $1,200 to $5,000 long distance, with you handling the packing.
Typical cost: $300-$5,000
Local container move: $300-$700
Long-distance container move: $1,200-$5,000
Extra month of storage: $100-$250
Content protection plan: $10-$200
Loading labor (optional): $100-$600
This page is the plain-language guide to what a moving container costs, whatever brand you use. It compares local and long-distance pricing by size so you can see if a container fits your move.