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Cost to move from St. Louis, MO to Phoenix, AZ
About 1,524 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $4,340–$6,870 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 | $1,740–$2,750 | $1,990–$3,200 | $2,050–$3,320 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,550–$4,030 | $3,050–$4,930 | $2,060–$3,350 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $4,340–$6,870 | $5,090–$8,220 | $2,070–$3,380 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $7,160–$11,360 | $8,410–$13,610 | $2,090–$3,440 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $9,720–$15,390 | $11,470–$18,540 | $2,110–$3,500 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,524 mi) | $3,170 | $4,990 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.40/gal) | $380 | $480 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $430 | $730 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $370 | $670 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.09/h in St. Louis vs. $21.61/h in Phoenix (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $6.40/gal (Midwest, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 7,390 people moved from Missouri to Arizona in one year, and 5,699 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $4,040–$6,390 |
| April | $4,340–$6,870 |
| July | $5,000–$7,900 |
| October | $4,340–$6,870 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from St. Louis to Phoenix?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,524 road miles costs roughly $4,340–$6,870 with full-service movers in October, or $2,070–$3,380 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from St. Louis to Phoenix?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.