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Cost to move from New York, NY to Phoenix, AZ
About 2,568 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $6,410–$10,050 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 | $2,560–$4,020 | $2,810–$4,470 | $3,400–$5,470 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,790–$5,930 | $4,290–$6,830 | $3,410–$5,500 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $6,410–$10,050 | $7,160–$11,400 | $3,420–$5,530 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $10,470–$16,460 | $11,720–$18,710 | $3,440–$5,590 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $14,260–$22,390 | $16,010–$25,540 | $3,460–$5,650 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 2,568 mi) | $4,990 | $7,860 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $600 | $760 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $450 | $760 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $370 | $670 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.81/h in New York 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 7,627 people moved from New York to Arizona in one year, and 3,934 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $5,960–$9,340 |
| April | $6,410–$10,050 |
| July | $7,370–$11,560 |
| October | $6,410–$10,050 |
Going the other way? See Phoenix to New York.
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from New York to Phoenix?
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,568 road miles costs roughly $6,410–$10,050 with full-service movers in October, or $3,420–$5,530 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from New York to Phoenix?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.