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You'll typically need two movers to move a standard couch weighing around 50 to 240 pounds. However, plenty of couches on the market weigh much more. For example, a four- to six-piece sectional can weigh 250 to 1,540 pounds. In these cases, you'll need three or more local furniture movers to get the job done.

The average furniture delivery cost is $170 for local shipping and $450 for cross-country shipping. Typically, furniture removal costs aren't included as a service when companies deliver new furniture. So it's a good idea to hire movers to clear the space before your furniture delivery date. Some delivery services will drop off your items in your yard or entryway but won't offer additional services. Other delivery services will help you set up the furniture, including assembly.

You can expect to pay around $1,000 to $1,500 to move your furniture from a four- or five-bedroom home across the state. The prices vary depending on the distance between your old and new house and the number of pieces of furniture you have. Because it can be costly, it's a good time to evaluate which furniture pieces you want to keep and potentially sell any used pieces you don't want to pay to move.

Moving your furniture across the country can cost $2,000 to $7,000 for a two-bedroom home, although it can be $10,000 or more. For reference, shipping a buffet table across the country ranges from $400 to $500, while shipping a couch runs from $350 to $1,000. Like in-state moves, you might consider moving only your most treasured pieces. That way, you can use the money you saved on shipping your furniture toward buying new pieces.