($1,261+) Columbia, SC to Tempe, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Columbia, SC to Tempe, AZ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,019-mile move from Columbia, South Carolina, to Tempe, Arizona, with costs ranging from $2,452 - $10,438. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $292 - $1,948. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Columbia and Tempe. Local movers in Columbia typically start around $262 as a base rate plus $256/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,452 - $5,131
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,419 - $7,654
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,406 - $10,438

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 Columbia to Tempe.

Specialty moving services from Columbia, SC to Tempe, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 86% of Columbia movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Tempe, 85% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Columbia to Tempe?

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.

Moving container costs from Columbia, SC to Tempe, AZ

Moving containers from Columbia, South Carolina, to Tempe, Arizona, cost between $1,604 and $6,241. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Columbia costs roughly $50/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Columbia to Tempe:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,604 - $3,237
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,053 - $4,536
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,050 - $6,241

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Columbia, SC and Tempe, AZ. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $682 in Columbia, SC, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $73 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $146 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Columbia to Tempe?

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 Columbia, SC to Tempe, AZ

Renting a moving truck for the 2,019-mile move from Columbia, South Carolina, to Tempe, Arizona, costs between $1,164 and $3,510, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $626 - $715
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Columbia daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $39.95

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Columbia to Tempe based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,164 - $2,338
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,379 - $2,756
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,590 - $3,510

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $146 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 $63 and $317 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $626 - $715 in fuel for the 2,019-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $682 in Columbia, South Carolina, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Columbia to Tempe?

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 Columbia, SC to Tempe, AZ

For larger DIY moves from Columbia, South Carolina, 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 Tempe, 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 most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,817 and $3,380.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,459 - $2,856
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,817 - $3,380
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,487 - $4,560

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 Columbia, South Carolina, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $682.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $73 and $146 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Columbia to Tempe?

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.
3. Southeastern Freight Lines, Inc. (4.5/5 stars): Southeastern Freight Lines, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: Columbia, SC vs Tempe, AZ

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Tempe, side by side with Columbia 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.