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Cost to move from Portland, OR to Phoenix, AZ
About 1,207 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,800–$6,030 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 | $1,520–$2,410 | $1,770–$2,860 | $1,640–$2,670 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,220–$3,520 | $2,720–$4,420 | $1,650–$2,700 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,800–$6,030 | $4,550–$7,380 | $1,660–$2,730 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $6,300–$10,030 | $7,550–$12,280 | $1,680–$2,790 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $8,520–$13,550 | $10,270–$16,700 | $1,700–$2,850 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,207 mi) | $2,610 | $4,120 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $7.27/gal) | $340 | $430 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $480 | $810 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $370 | $670 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $22.17/h in Portland vs. $21.61/h in Phoenix (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 10,465 people moved from Oregon to Arizona in one year, and 7,144 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,530–$5,600 |
| April | $3,800–$6,030 |
| July | $4,370–$6,930 |
| October | $3,800–$6,030 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Portland to Phoenix?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,207 road miles costs roughly $3,800–$6,030 with full-service movers in October, or $1,660–$2,730 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Portland to Phoenix?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.