Storage Unit Cost Calculator

Storage unit costs in 2026 range from $45/month for a 5'x5' standard unit to $320/month for a 10'x30' climate-controlled unit. National average for a 10'x10' unit is $100-$130/month standard, $130-$180/month climate-controlled. Prices vary by region — Northeast and West Coast are 25-30% above average.

Climate-controlled storage costs 20-40% more but is recommended for: wood furniture, electronics, artwork, photographs, wine collections, and musical instruments. For standard household items (clothes, non-wood furniture, plastic items), non-climate units are usually sufficient.

Besides monthly rent, expect: a one-time administration fee ($20-$50), lock purchase ($15-$25), and optional insurance ($10-$20/month). Some facilities charge a reservation fee or require a security deposit equal to one month's rent. Ask about all fees before signing.

Save by: booking 6+ months for 10-15% discounts, choosing a location slightly outside the city center (10-20% cheaper), skipping climate control if not needed, sharing a larger unit with a friend, and comparing prices across multiple facilities. Some facilities offer "first month free" promotions.

A 5'x5' unit fits a small closet worth of items. A 5'x10' fits a 1-bedroom apartment. A 10'x10' fits a 2-bedroom apartment. A 10'x20' fits a 4-bedroom house. Use our Packing Supplies Calculator to estimate how many boxes you'll have, then match to the unit size.