Curious about manufactured home transport rates? Factors like distance, size (single vs. double-wide), and setup fees all impact your bottom line. Use our guide to understand the costs and find reliable movers near you.
Moving a mobile home typically costs between $3,000 and $10,000 for local moves under 100 miles, with longer distances costing significantly more due to specialized trucks, escort vehicles, and wide-load permits.
Expect tighter availability and higher prices this year. The heavy-haul freight industry lost approximately 88,000 trucking authorities in 2023, with further contractions in 2024 — fewer specialized toter trucks are available for mobile home transport. Book your manufactured home mover 8–12 weeks in advance to lock in availability and competitive rates.
Local mobile home moves are the most affordable. Costs are driven by labor, utility disconnect and reconnect fees, and basic equipment charges. Most local single-wide moves can be completed in a single day.
Beyond 50 miles, mobile home movers charge on a per-mile basis — typically $4–$7 per mile for the towing vehicle. If escort vehicles are required (standard on most highways), add another $1.50–$3.50 per mile per escort. Multi-state moves require separate permits for every state along the route.
Single-Wide (under 50 miles)
Flat minimum fee for short-distance local moves
$3,000 - $8,000
Single-Wide (50–200 miles)
Per-mile rate: $4–$7/mile towing + $1.50–$3.50/mile per escort vehicle
$5,000 - $12,000
Single-Wide (200+ miles)
Long-haul with multi-state permits and escort vehicles
$8,000 - $15,000
Double-Wide (under 50 miles)
Two sections require separate trucks and double the labor
$7,000 - $13,000
Double-Wide (50–200 miles)
Both halves towed separately on different trucks
$10,000 - $18,000
Double-Wide (200+ miles)
High-complexity long-haul with full escort requirements
$14,000 - $25,000+
Triple-Wide (any distance)
Three sections, 3+ trucks, specialized crew — very high complexity
$20,000 - $35,000+
The size and structure of your manufactured home is the biggest pricing variable. Here's how each type compares in cost and complexity.
$3,000 - $8,000
$7,000 - $25,000+
$20,000 - $35,000+
A single-wide manufactured home travels as one unit — one truck, one driver, one set of permits. Double and triple-wides must be split into sections, transported separately, and reassembled at the destination. That separation and rejoining process alone adds 2–3 days and significant labor cost to your total mobile home moving bill.
The transport quote is only part of the cost to move a mobile home. Budget for these services to make the home livable at its new location.
Transport Permits
Per state traveled — costs vary widely by jurisdiction
$100 - $2,000+
Placement Permits
Local county installation permits
$100 - $500+
Electric Hook-Up
Professional electrical reconnection
$500 - $1,500
Plumbing/Sewer
Water and sewer system connection
$500 - $1,500
HVAC Reconnect
Heating and cooling system setup
$200 - $500
Setup & Installation
Blocking, leveling, anchoring, and skirting
$1,000 - $8,000
First-time movers consistently underestimate these line items. Budget for them before they surprise you.
Hitch Replacement
Older homes often have degraded hitches that fail DOT inspection before transport
$200 - $300
Tire Replacement
Rubber degrades after ~6 years regardless of tread — pre-2020 tires may be barred on interstates
$50 - $300/tire
Axle Inspection & Repair
Corroded axles or frozen bearings found during pre-move inspection will ground your transport
$200 - $800
Structural Bracing
Cross-bracing doors, windows, and underbelly to prevent damage during transit
$300 - $1,000
Marriage Line Repair
Double-wide only — splitting and reassembling can compromise the central seam
$500 - $3,000
Post-Transport Repairs
Roof flex, siding cracks, plumbing joints, window shifts — budget as a contingency on long moves
$500 - $5,000
Homes built before June 15, 1976 predate the HUD Code and may not meet current safety standards. Many states restrict or prohibit relocating pre-HUD manufactured homes. Check your state regulations before planning a move for an older home.
Heavier manufactured homes require more powerful trucks and more fuel, directly impacting your total mobile home moving cost.
Routes with low bridges or narrow roads may require long detours, increasing both mileage and cost.
If you need new concrete blocks, hurricane straps, or specialized tie-downs at the destination, material costs will be added.
Most states require pilot cars on highways, adding $1.50–$3.50 per mile per escort on top of towing charges.
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Yes. You generally need a moving permit from the county treasurer (proving taxes are paid) and an oversized load permit from the Department of Transportation for the roads.
Legally, no. Mobile homes are classified as 'oversize loads.' Moving them requires commercial driver's licenses (CDL), specialized insurance, and proper toter trucks.
Technically, you can move it anywhere, but older homes (pre-1976) are often restricted from entering new parks or crossing state lines due to HUD safety code updates.
No. Double-wides are too wide for public roads. They must be separated into two sections and transported individually.
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