($1,356+) Yonkers, NY to Phoenix, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Yonkers, NY to Phoenix, AZ

For the 2,423-mile move from Yonkers, New York, to Phoenix, Arizona, full-service movers cost between $2,301 and $10,805. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $418 - $2,788 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Yonkers generally start around $322 plus $132 per hour, per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Yonkers to Phoenix:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,301 - $5,111
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,345 - $6,984
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,864 - $10,805

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 Yonkers to Phoenix.

Specialty moving services from Yonkers, NY to Phoenix, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 62% of Yonkers movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Phoenix, 66% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Yonkers to Phoenix?

Movers licensed to operate in Arizona are typically members of the Arizona Moving Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Yonkers, NY to Phoenix, AZ

Moving containers from Yonkers, New York, to Phoenix, Arizona, cost between $1,679 and $6,192. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Yonkers typically costs about $185/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Yonkers to Phoenix:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,679 - $3,214
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,336 - $4,752
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,181 - $6,192

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $105 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $209 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Phoenix, AZ, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $976 in Yonkers, NY. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Yonkers to Phoenix?

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 Yonkers, NY to Phoenix, AZ

Truck rentals from Yonkers, New York, to Phoenix, Arizona, range from $1,356 - $3,981 for the 2,423-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $1,075 - $1,228
• Daily insurance: $42/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
• Yonkers daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $1.59 - $1.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Yonkers to Phoenix based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,356 - $2,570
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,394 - $3,154
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,817 - $3,981

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $209 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $91 and $453 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $1,075 - $1,228 in fuel for the 2,423-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $976 in Yonkers, New York, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Yonkers to Phoenix?

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 Yonkers, NY to Phoenix, AZ

For larger DIY moves from Yonkers, New York, 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 Phoenix, 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 $1,777 and $3,954.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Yonkers to Phoenix:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,606 - $3,197
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,777 - $3,954
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,595 - $5,212

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Yonkers, New York, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $976.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $105 and $209 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Yonkers to Phoenix?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.

Cost of living: Yonkers, NY vs Phoenix, AZ

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Phoenix, side by side with Yonkers 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 Yonkers, NY, to Phoenix, 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 $2,301 - $10,805 on the 2,423-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,679 - $6,192 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $1,356 - $3,981 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $3,345 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 Phoenix tend to point to beautiful nature and bountiful arts and recreational activities, though extreme weather and tourists come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include the State of Arizona and Walmart, Inc..