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Cost to move from Phoenix, AZ to Houston, TX
About 1,217 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,750–$5,930 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 | $1,500–$2,370 | $1,750–$2,820 | $1,650–$2,690 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,200–$3,470 | $2,700–$4,370 | $1,660–$2,720 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,750–$5,930 | $4,500–$7,280 | $1,670–$2,750 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $6,200–$9,850 | $7,450–$12,100 | $1,690–$2,810 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $8,400–$13,320 | $10,150–$16,470 | $1,710–$2,870 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,217 mi) | $2,630 | $4,150 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $7.27/gal) | $340 | $430 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $460 | $790 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $310 | $560 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $21.61/h in Phoenix vs. $18.27/h in Houston (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 | $3,480–$5,520 |
| April | $3,750–$5,930 |
| July | $4,310–$6,820 |
| October | $3,750–$5,930 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Phoenix to Houston?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,217 road miles costs roughly $3,750–$5,930 with full-service movers in October, or $1,670–$2,750 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Phoenix to Houston?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.