($354+) El Paso, TX to Scottsdale, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from El Paso, TX to Scottsdale, AZ

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 431-mile move from El Paso, Texas, to Scottsdale, Arizona, with prices running from $1,156 - $7,396. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $283 - $1,888 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between El Paso and Scottsdale are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, El Paso movers tend to run around $244 as a base rate plus $95/hour per mover, for comparison.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from El Paso to Scottsdale:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,156 - $3,555
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,775 - $5,115
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,187 - $7,396

Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from El Paso to Scottsdale.

Specialty moving services from El Paso, TX to Scottsdale, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 63% of El Paso movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Scottsdale, 66% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from El Paso to Scottsdale?

Look for Arizona Moving Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Arizona beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

How much do local movers cost in El Paso, TX?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from El Paso to Scottsdale with a local mover averages $1,740 - $5,013. Working with a local mover based in El Paso, TX often costs less than hiring a national carrier on routes under 500 miles. Shorter routes come with lower fuel overhead and simpler logistics, and local movers can offer more direct communication and quicker booking windows.

The tradeoff is that smaller companies may lack the infrastructure for longer hauls. Verify proper interstate licensing and relevant experience before signing anything.

Moving container costs from El Paso, TX to Scottsdale, AZ

Moving containers from El Paso, Texas, to Scottsdale, Arizona, cost between $933 and $2,762. A container is delivered to your home and you load it on your own time. Loading windows vary by company: U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30. From there, the company takes over and transports it to Scottsdale. If you go over that window, storage in El Paso adds around $65/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from El Paso to Scottsdale:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $933 - $1,534
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,217 - $2,115
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,476 - $2,762

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In El Paso, TX, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $661, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $71 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $142 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both El Paso, TX, and Scottsdale, AZ, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers El Paso to Scottsdale?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from El Paso, TX to Scottsdale, AZ

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 431 miles from El Paso, Texas, to Scottsdale, Arizona, running $354 - $998. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $129 - $148
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• El Paso daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from El Paso to Scottsdale based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $354 - $700
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $390 - $774
• 4+ bedrooms: $490 - $998

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $71 and $330.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $142.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $129 and $148 for the 431-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $661 for 2 movers in El Paso, Texas, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from El Paso to Scottsdale?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)

The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.

Freight trailer costs from El Paso, TX to Scottsdale, AZ

For larger DIY moves from El Paso, Texas, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Scottsdale, Arizona.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $926 and $1,692.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from El Paso to Scottsdale:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $799 - $1,467
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $926 - $1,692
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,255 - $2,210

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
• More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $71 - $142 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in El Paso, Texas, for about five hours typically runs $661.

What are the best freight companies from El Paso to Scottsdale?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.

Cost of living: El Paso, TX vs Scottsdale, AZ

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Scottsdale, side by side with El Paso on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.

Our take

How you handle your interstate move from El Paso, TX, to Scottsdale, AZ, comes down to your budget and how much time and work you're able to put into it. Hands-off relocations handled by full-service movers range from $1,156 - $7,396 on the 431-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $933 - $2,762 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $354 - $998 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $1,775 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Scottsdale tend to point to bountiful arts and recreational activities and beautiful nature, though tourists and terrible traffic come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Honor Health and CVS Health.