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Moving Box Count Chart by Home Size
Use this moving box count chart to compare home size, total boxes, and a practical small, medium, large, and wardrobe box mix. Use the chart as a quick planning reference, then use Moving Box Calculator when you need exact numbers for your own inputs.
Chart values
| Home size | Total boxes | Small | Medium | Large | Wardrobe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio / dorm | 10 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 25 | 9 | 9 | 5 | 2 |
| 2 bedrooms | 48 | 18 | 17 | 10 | 3 |
| 3 bedrooms | 73 | 27 | 26 | 15 | 5 |
| 4 bedrooms | 96 | 36 | 34 | 20 | 6 |
Calculated from the existing moving box calculator inputs: bedrooms, occupants, and average packing level.
How to use this chart
Start with the home size closest to your move, then adjust for books, kitchen items, closets, storage areas, garage items, and fragile belongings.
When to use the calculator instead
Use the calculator when your measurements, rates, room conditions, local prices, tank setup, loan terms, or classroom routine do not match the simple chart rows. The calculator lets you adjust the inputs instead of forcing your situation into a rough example.
Examples from this chart
Worked example
A 2 bedroom home with 2 occupants and average packing maps to 48 boxes: 18 small, 17 medium, 10 large, and 3 wardrobe boxes.
Limitations and assumptions
Values use the moving box calculator formula with average packing. Heavy packing, lots of books, storage rooms, garage shelves, or specialty items can raise the total.
Save or share this chart
You can print this page, save the tall image for planning, or link to the page from a blog post, classroom resource, forum answer, or project checklist so readers can open the calculator too.
Chart questions
Chart questions
Should I buy extra moving boxes?
A 10% to 15% buffer is practical for kitchens, books, closets, storage areas, and last-minute packing.
Why are there more small boxes than large boxes?
Heavy items like books and dishes are safer in small boxes. Large boxes are better for lighter bulky items.