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Cost to move from Atlanta, GA to Phoenix, AZ
About 1,906 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $5,050–$7,960 with full-service movers in October.
Sources: BLS wages, EIA fuel prices, U.S. CensusData updated 2026-11-04How we calculate →
Estimates by home size
| Home size | Typical weight | Full service | With packing | DIY truck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $2,020–$3,180 | $2,270–$3,630 | $2,550–$4,110 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,980–$4,680 | $3,480–$5,580 | $2,560–$4,140 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $5,050–$7,960 | $5,800–$9,310 | $2,570–$4,170 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $8,290–$13,090 | $9,540–$15,340 | $2,590–$4,230 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $11,270–$17,770 | $13,020–$20,920 | $2,610–$4,290 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,906 mi) | $3,840 | $6,040 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $440 | $560 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $400 | $680 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $370 | $670 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $18.76/h in Atlanta vs. $21.61/h in Phoenix (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $6.03/gal (East Coast, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 6,326 people moved from Georgia to Arizona in one year, and 2,706 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $4,700–$7,400 |
| April | $5,050–$7,960 |
| July | $5,810–$9,150 |
| October | $5,050–$7,960 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Atlanta to Phoenix?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,906 road miles costs roughly $5,050–$7,960 with full-service movers in October, or $2,570–$4,170 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Atlanta to Phoenix?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.