The Average Relocation Package

📦 What’s Included in a 2025 Relocation Package?

As corporate relocation strategists, we understand how costly a move can be. That’s why employee relocation packages exist — to help ease the financial burden for employees and make talent mobility seamless for employers.

🏡 What Is a Relocation Package?

A relocation package is typically offered when a company hires or transfers an employee over 50+ miles from their current location. These packages help cover moving and work-related expenses so employees — and their families — can focus on the transition without financial stress.

📈 Companies that offer relocation packages attract better talent from across the country or even internationally.

🤝 What Is Relocation Assistance?

Relocation assistance is when a company helps current or new employees with the logistics and costs of moving. This can include moves across a city, state, or country.

🧳 Common Relocation Assistance Services:

📦 Packing and unpacking

🚛 Moving and transportation

🏠 Disposition of a current residence

🛌 Temporary housing

🏡 New home purchase/rental help

💬 Language & cultural training

💰 Mortgage and financial support

💼 What Is the Average Relocation Package?

A well-rounded 2025 relocation package often includes:

✅ Flexible Start Dates
Let employees settle in by discussing their ideal timeline. (link)

✅ Relocation Reimbursement
Cover moving, transportation, and insurance either post-expense or via an upfront lump sum.

✅ Temporary Housing Arrangements
Short-term stays in hotels, Airbnbs, or furnished rentals with utilities.

✅ Free Visits
Pre-move visits to the new area for house hunting and adjustment.

✅ Real Estate Cost Assistance
Help employees with lease-breaking, marketing, or home-buying/selling.

✅ Family Assistance
Support for spouse employment, schools, and childcare.

✅ Relocation Bonus
Offset higher cost of living or relocation-related stress.

✅ Payback Clause
Include a [payback clause](https://www.shrm.org/hr-today/news/hr-magazine/pages/1002agn-relocation.aspx#:~:text=Under a payback clause%2C a,a year after the move.) for employees who leave shortly after relocating. (link)

✅ Cost of Living Adjustments
Ensure they maintain their standard of living with COLA adjustments.

✅ Cultural Assistance
Offer immersive local orientation, language training, and look-and-see trips.

✅ Visa Sponsorship
Cover visa fees and guidance for global relocations — including dependents.

🎯 Benefits of Offering Relocation Packages

💡 Improved Retention
📍 Broader Talent Pool
🚀 Faster Hiring Timelines
📊 Increased ROI on Recruitment

🔁 Typical Relocation Package Options

💰 Lump Sum Packages

Give employees a one-time payment to manage their move. (add link: lump-sum-relocation)

👔 Executive Relocation Package

In an [executive relocation package](add link: executive-relocation-package), all moving expenses are covered — including:

✅ Packing & [shipping household goods](add link: shipping-household-goods) (up to 18,000 lbs)

✅ Storage (short or long term)

✅ Vehicle shipping

✅ Travel expenses

✅ Home-finding visits

✅ Temporary housing

✅ [Spousal job support](add link: trailing-spouse-syndrome)

✅ School search & childcare assistance

A great [executive relocation] strategy considers the entire family’s experience.

🎁 Relocation Bonus

Provide a set amount to help cover lease breaks, moving, or higher living costs.

💸 Relocation Reimbursement

In a [reimbursement plan](add link: relocation-bonus-vs-relocation-reimbursement), the employee pays first, then is reimbursed.

Common items reimbursed include:

Travel and lodging

Packing/unpacking

Realtor commissions

Lease cancellation

Note: Some employees may not have upfront funds. Discuss payment options proactively. (add link: employee-relocation-costs)

🌟 What Is a Generous Relocation Package?

A generous relocation package:

Covers all moving expenses

Provides ample time for home search

Includes temporary housing and spousal support

Supports the employee emotionally and financially

🏢 Corporate America Relocation Services helps with:

📦 Movers and logistics

🛠 Packing/unpacking

🚘 Vehicle shipping

🧭 Family support services

📞 Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and learn how to build a relocation program that keeps talent moving forward — stress-free!