Move Your Shed Williston · 2026 Cost Guide

Shed Moving Cost in Williston, ND

Most Williston shed moves cost $450–$1,350 . Below are 2026 price ranges by shed size and distance, plus what North Dakota permits add.

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Average cost to move a shed in Williston

Small (≤ 8x10) $275–$725 Medium (10x12 – 12x16) $725–$1,350 Large (12x20+) $1,350–$2,700

Williston (27,706 residents) is a small-city market, so local hauling rates run about 10% below the national baseline. The economy is heavily tied to the Bakken oil formation, leading to cyclical demand from energy sector workers and associated services..

Shed Moving Cost Calculator — Williston

1. Shed size 2. How far is it going? 3. Site access Estimated cost in Williston, North Dakota $725–$1,350

Ballpark only. Real quotes depend on the hauler, permits, and your exact sites — most homeowners get competing quotes within 24–48 hours.

Williston shed moving cost by size

Local Williston-area move with normal access. Long hauls, tight lots, and cranes add to these numbers.

Shed size	Footprint	Typical Williston cost	Size guide
8×8	64 sq ft	$325 – $800	8×8 in Williston
8×10	80 sq ft	$350 – $900	8×10 in Williston
8×12	96 sq ft	$400 – $1,000	8×12 in Williston
10×10	100 sq ft	$450 – $1,075	10×10 in Williston
10×12	120 sq ft	$500 – $1,250	10×12 in Williston
10×14	140 sq ft	$550 – $1,350	10×14 in Williston
10×16	160 sq ft	$575 – $1,525	10×16 in Williston
12×16	192 sq ft	$675 – $1,700	12×16 in Williston
12×20	240 sq ft	$775 – $1,975	12×20 in Williston
12×24	288 sq ft	$850 – $2,250	12×24 in Williston
12×32	384 sq ft	$1,000 – $2,700	12×32 in Williston
14×24	336 sq ft	$1,075 – $2,875	14×24 in Williston
14×32	448 sq ft	$1,250 – $3,250	14×32 in Williston
16×32	512 sq ft	$1,450 – $3,600	16×32 in Williston
16×40	640 sq ft	$1,700 – $4,050	16×40 in Williston

Cost by distance from Williston

Distance is the single biggest price driver after size. These bands assume a mid-size (10x12–12x16) building.

Same-town move in Williston (under 15 mi) Single trip, good driveway access, no permit in most cases. $400 – $850 Across the Williston metro (15–40 mi) Typical local haul here runs 15–60 miles. $575 – $1,250 Regional North Dakota move (40–150 mi) Longer drive time, more likely to need an oversize permit. $1,000 – $2,150 Long distance (150+ mi) Priced per loaded mile, plus permits and escorts where required. $1,800 – $4,050+

Haulers working Williston typically route via US-2, US-85 and ND-1804. The short summer season from June to September is the only practical time for moves due to extremely cold and snowy winters..

Permit costs for a Williston shed move

North Dakota treats a shed on a trailer as an oversize load once it exceeds 8'6" wide or 14' tall. Permits come from the NDDOT and generally run $20–$120 per single-trip move. Pilot car above 14'6" wide. Escort vehicles, when required, typically add $250–$600 per day on top of the haul price.

In Williston specifically: City of Williston Engineering Department and NDDOT. Access varies from older city lots to sprawling new developments and rural properties built during the oil boom..

Your hauler pulls the permits and folds the cost into the bid, so the quotes you compare on MoveYourShed are the all-in number. See full North Dakota permit rules.

What raises or lowers your Williston quote

Site access

Gate width, slope, soft ground, and overhead lines at both ends. North Dakota crews price extra time for open prairie and seasonal frost-law restrictions.

Foundation and blocking

Re-leveling on new blocks or a gravel pad is usually included; a new concrete pad is not.

Disassembly

Sheds wider than the legal limit may need the roof removed or be moved in sections, which adds labor.

Scheduling

The short summer season from June to September is the only practical time for moves due to extremely cold and snowy winters.

Backhaul luck

Haulers already running near Williston bid lower to fill empty miles — posting early exposes your job to more of them.

Number of bids

Comparing three or more bids on the same job is the most reliable way to bring the price down.

Williston shed moving cost FAQ

How much does it cost to move a shed in Williston?

Most Williston homeowners pay $450–$1,350 for a local shed move in 2026. Small sheds (8x10 and under) run $275–$725, mid-size buildings (10x12–12x16) run $725–$1,350, and 12x20 or larger buildings run $1,350–$2,700. Williston is a small-city market, so pricing sits about 10% below the national baseline.

What affects shed moving cost in Williston?

Distance, shed size and weight, site access at both ends, and permits. In North Dakota the biggest local factors are open prairie and seasonal frost-law restrictions, plus access varies from older city lots to sprawling new developments and rural properties built during the oil boom..

Do I need a permit to move a shed in Williston, ND?

North Dakota requires an oversize permit once a load exceeds 8'6" wide or 14' tall. Permits are issued by the NDDOT and typically cost $20–$120 for a single-trip shed move. Pilot car above 14'6" wide. Locally, City of Williston Engineering Department and NDDOT.

Is it cheaper to move a shed or buy a new one in Williston?

A local move in Williston usually costs $450–$1,350, while a comparable new building often runs several thousand dollars. Moving is almost always cheaper unless the shed is structurally unsound or the haul distance is long.

How do I get an exact price for my Williston shed move?

Post your move on MoveYourShed with the shed size, both addresses, and access notes. Local haulers who already run Williston send free bids so you can compare real prices instead of estimates.

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