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Cost to move from Miami, FL to Phoenix, AZ
About 2,375 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $5,980–$9,380 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 | $2,390–$3,750 | $2,640–$4,200 | $3,150–$5,070 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,530–$5,540 | $4,030–$6,440 | $3,160–$5,100 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $5,980–$9,380 | $6,730–$10,730 | $3,170–$5,130 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $9,770–$15,360 | $11,020–$17,610 | $3,190–$5,190 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $13,300–$20,900 | $15,050–$24,050 | $3,210–$5,250 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 2,375 mi) | $4,660 | $7,330 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $550 | $700 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $400 | $680 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $370 | $670 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $18.55/h in Miami 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 12,762 people moved from Florida to Arizona in one year, and 8,361 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $5,560–$8,720 |
| April | $5,980–$9,380 |
| July | $6,870–$10,780 |
| October | $5,980–$9,380 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Miami to Phoenix?
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,375 road miles costs roughly $5,980–$9,380 with full-service movers in October, or $3,170–$5,130 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Miami to Phoenix?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.