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Cost to move from San Francisco, CA to Phoenix, AZ
About 784 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $2,990–$4,780 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 | $1,190–$1,910 | $1,440–$2,360 | $1,090–$1,800 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,730–$2,770 | $2,230–$3,670 | $1,100–$1,830 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $2,990–$4,780 | $3,740–$6,130 | $1,110–$1,860 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $5,010–$8,060 | $6,260–$10,310 | $1,130–$1,920 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $6,740–$10,820 | $8,490–$13,970 | $1,150–$1,980 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 784 mi) | $1,870 | $2,960 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $8.08/gal) | $240 | $310 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $500 | $850 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $370 | $670 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $23.27/h in San Francisco 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 | $2,780–$4,450 |
| April | $2,990–$4,780 |
| July | $3,430–$5,500 |
| October | $2,990–$4,780 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from San Francisco to Phoenix?
A 2-bedroom move of about 784 road miles costs roughly $2,990–$4,780 with full-service movers in October, or $1,110–$1,860 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from San Francisco to Phoenix?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.