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Cost to move from Riverside, CA to Phoenix, AZ
About 368 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $2,100–$3,430 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 | $840–$1,370 | $1,090–$1,820 | $820–$1,260 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,210–$1,960 | $1,710–$2,860 | $830–$1,290 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $2,100–$3,430 | $2,850–$4,780 | $840–$1,320 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $3,590–$5,890 | $4,840–$8,140 | $860–$1,380 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $4,800–$7,850 | $6,550–$11,000 | $880–$1,440 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 368 mi) | $1,140 | $1,810 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $8.08/gal) | $110 | $150 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $480 | $810 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $370 | $670 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $22.15/h in Riverside vs. $21.61/h in Phoenix (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $8.08/gal (California, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 54,222 people moved from California to Arizona in one year, and 21,152 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,960–$3,190 |
| April | $2,100–$3,430 |
| July | $2,420–$3,950 |
| October | $2,100–$3,430 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Riverside to Phoenix?
A 2-bedroom move of about 368 road miles costs roughly $2,100–$3,430 with full-service movers in October, or $840–$1,320 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Riverside to Phoenix?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.