The average corporate relocation package costs $21,327 for existing employees and $72,627 for new hires (Atlas Van Lines 2024 Corporate Relocation Survey). HR teams typically coordinate household moving, vehicle transport, temporary housing, and cost-of-living adjustments. Here is what HR needs to know to manage relocation well.
What does a relocation package include?
| Component | Typical coverage | | --- | --- | | Household goods move | Full-service packing and transport | | Vehicle transport | One or more vehicles shipped | | Temporary housing | 30–90 days | | Travel & misc. | Flights, lump-sum allowance | | Cost-of-living adjustment | Salary parity for high-cost areas |
Estimate the household-move portion with the moving cost calculator.
How do I coordinate household and vehicle transport?
Align pickup windows so the employee isn't stranded. Use verified carriers for both the household goods and vehicle transport — coordinated timing reduces gaps and temporary-housing costs.
How does temporary housing fit in?
Cross-country moves often need 30–90 days of interim housing while the employee finds a permanent home. Factor this into the budget and timeline — see our cross-country moving guide.
What are the tax implications?
Since 2018, most employer-paid moving expenses are taxable income to the employee (except certain active-duty military). Many companies gross up packages to offset the tax hit. Confirm details with a tax professional.
Why build a vendor relationship?
A consistent, verified carrier partner ensures predictable pricing, accountability, and a smooth employee experience. The trust signals matter — see our E-E-A-T for moving guide.
How does moving.art support corporate accounts?
moving.art connects HR teams with verified carriers across household, vehicle, and specialty moves through one marketplace — learn how it works in our moving marketplace guide. To set up a corporate account, contact our team and explore the carrier directory.