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Cost to move from Phoenix, AZ to Los Angeles, CA
About 428 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $2,180–$3,550 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 | $870–$1,420 | $1,120–$1,870 | $850–$1,280 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,250–$2,030 | $1,750–$2,930 | $860–$1,310 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $2,180–$3,550 | $2,930–$4,900 | $870–$1,340 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $3,710–$6,050 | $4,960–$8,300 | $890–$1,400 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $4,960–$8,090 | $6,710–$11,240 | $910–$1,460 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 428 mi) | $1,250 | $1,980 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $7.27/gal) | $120 | $150 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $460 | $790 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $21.61/h in Phoenix vs. $20.38/h in Los Angeles (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 21,152 people moved from Arizona to California in one year, and 54,222 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $2,030–$3,300 |
| April | $2,180–$3,550 |
| July | $2,510–$4,080 |
| October | $2,180–$3,550 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Phoenix to Los Angeles?
A 2-bedroom move of about 428 road miles costs roughly $2,180–$3,550 with full-service movers in October, or $870–$1,340 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Phoenix to Los Angeles?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.