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Cost to move from Phoenix, AZ to Dallas, TX
About 1,061 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,430–$5,460 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 | $1,370–$2,180 | $1,620–$2,630 | $1,450–$2,370 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,010–$3,180 | $2,510–$4,080 | $1,460–$2,400 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,430–$5,460 | $4,180–$6,810 | $1,470–$2,430 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $5,700–$9,090 | $6,950–$11,340 | $1,490–$2,490 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $7,710–$12,280 | $9,460–$15,430 | $1,510–$2,550 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,061 mi) | $2,360 | $3,720 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $7.27/gal) | $300 | $380 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $460 | $790 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $320 | $570 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $21.61/h in Phoenix vs. $18.52/h in Dallas (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $7.27/gal (West Coast (excl. California), EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 19,900 people moved from Arizona to Texas in one year, and 16,779 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,190–$5,070 |
| April | $3,430–$5,460 |
| July | $3,950–$6,270 |
| October | $3,430–$5,460 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Phoenix to Dallas?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,061 road miles costs roughly $3,430–$5,460 with full-service movers in October, or $1,470–$2,430 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Phoenix to Dallas?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.