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The Honest Moves Report: Q1 2026

What 100,000+ Q1 moves told us about pricing, routes, and where Americans are headed.

7 min read · Quote.global · June 5, 2026

Top inbound cities

  1. Austin, TX
  2. Tampa, FL
  3. Raleigh, NC
  4. Phoenix, AZ
  5. Nashville, TN

Top outbound cities

  1. San Francisco, CA
  2. New York, NY
  3. Los Angeles, CA
  4. Chicago, IL
  5. Seattle, WA

Most expensive route

San Francisco → New York averaged $9,840 for a 3BR full-service move.

Cheapest month ahead

February 2026 — 22% below the rolling 12-month average.

Average savings

Customers who used Quote.global saved an average of 31% vs. their first quote from a broker.

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