How Many Moving Boxes Do I Need?
Running out of boxes at 11pm the night before your move is not a vibe. Tell us your home size, how much stuff you have (be honest), and a few quick details. You'll get a full breakdown by box size, tape rolls, and how long packing will actually take. Change anything and the numbers update on the spot.
Tell us about your place
Numbers on the right update as you go
Your home size
How much stuff do you have?
Are you a collector?
How stocked is your kitchen?
A couple more things
Total boxes needed
71
Ballpark figure. Your actual number may vary a bit.
Box breakdown
Small (1.5 cu ft)26Books, kitchen, bathroom
Medium (3 cu ft)26Clothing, pots, decor
Large (4.5 cu ft)15Pillows, comforters, light bulky
Wardrobe boxes4Hanging clothes, about 24 in. wide
Packing tape
8
rolls (55 yds each)
Packing time
20 to 26
hours, give or take
Good to know
- Pack books in small boxes. They get heavy faster than you think.
- Label every box with the room and a quick note on what's inside.
- Buy 10 to 15 percent more than your estimate. Extras are easy to return.
- Ask your moving company about renting wardrobe boxes. It beats buying them.