Residential local movers in NYC charge between $120 and $170 per hour, with a 3- to 4-hour job costing $580. Moving prices may be increased by the size of the home, labor costs, transportation costs (fuel and tolls), stairs or elevator, packing costs, moving date and season, and junk clearance. Depending on the size of the move, the cost could range from $900 to $2,500.