Moving from New York, NY to Atlanta, GA
Straight-line distance: 747 miles.
| Home size | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bedroom | $1,169 – $1,845 |
| 2-3 bedroom | $2,859 – $4,461 |
| 4+ bedroom house | $4,911 – $7,627 |
Estimates based on typical per-mile and per-room moving-industry rates; actual quotes vary by mover, season, and access. Not a quote from any specific company.
How Atlanta compares to New York
Comparing home values: New York sits at $732,100, 85% higher than Atlanta's $395,600.
Households earn a median $76,607 in New York, compared with $77,655 in Atlanta.
New York's median rent sits at $1,714, against $1,512 in Atlanta.
Climate risk is a wash here — both cities carry a "Relatively High" FEMA rating.
Atlanta, GA beats New York, NY on both housing metrics we track — home value and rent — though this doesn't capture the full cost of living.
| Metric | New York, NY | Atlanta, GA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,622,467 | 494,838 |
| Median home value | $732,100 | $395,600 |
| Median household income | $76,607 | $77,655 |
| Median gross rent | $1,714 | $1,512 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Relatively High | Relatively High |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.