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Storage in transit (SIT)

2026 cost range
$150 - $500 USD per monthTypical: $250 USD per month

Carrier-managed SIT $150-$500/mo. Typical 7-90 day window; total component $500-$3K. Some carriers include 30 days complimentary.

1.Gross-up math at this component

For the typical $$250 per month cost at this line item, OBBBA-permanent tax treatment requires gross-up:

ItemAmount
Net benefit to employee (typical)$176
Gross-up multiplier (federal combined)×1.42x
Total cost to employer$250

2.When this component applies

Storage in transit (SIT) typically appears in Tier 1-3 (core relocation policies) relocation packages. Reserved for domestic moves; international versions are typically 2-3x cost.

3.How to budget

Conservative budget: use the high-end figure ($500 USD per month) plus the 1.42x gross-up multiplier where applicable. Optimistic budget: typical figure. For pre-deal due diligence, always model the high-end.

Source: https://moving-hub.net/storage-during-a-move-cost-and-when-you-need-it/ · Verified 2026-06-03 · industry reported

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