($984+) Tempe, AZ to Fargo, ND Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tempe, AZ to Fargo, ND

For the 1,662-mile move from Tempe, Arizona, to Fargo, North Dakota, full-service movers cost between $2,255 and $9,746. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $313 - $2,084 (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 Tempe generally start around $200 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,255 - $5,148
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,217 - $7,133
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,644 - $9,746

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 Tempe to Fargo.

Specialty moving services from Tempe, AZ to Fargo, ND

Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Tempe movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Fargo, 33% of movers offer the same service.

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

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 Tempe, AZ to Fargo, ND

Moving containers from Tempe, Arizona, to Fargo, North Dakota, cost between $1,458 and $4,943. 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 Tempe typically costs about $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,458 - $2,719
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,828 - $3,955
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,468 - $4,943

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Tempe, AZ and Fargo, ND. 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 $729 in Tempe, AZ, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $78 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $156 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 Tempe to Fargo?

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 Tempe, AZ to Fargo, ND

Plan on $984 - $2,888 for a rental moving truck on the 1,662-mile route from Tempe, Arizona, to Fargo, North Dakota. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $551 - $630
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Tempe daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $984 - $1,852
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,065 - $2,361
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,395 - $2,888

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $156 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Tempe, Arizona, usually costs about $729 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,662-mile drive falls between $551 and $630, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $52 and $313 to your total.

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

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 Tempe, AZ to Fargo, ND

If you're moving a larger household from Tempe, Arizona, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Fargo, North Dakota.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,477 and $2,921.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,248 - $2,325
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,477 - $2,921
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,096 - $3,873

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Tempe, Arizona, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $729.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $78 - $156 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Tempe to Fargo?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.

Cost of living: Tempe, AZ vs Fargo, ND

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Fargo, side by side with Tempe 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 Tempe, AZ, to Fargo, ND, 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 $2,255 - $9,746 on the 1,662-mile route and handle everything. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,458 - $4,943 and put you in charge of loading. Rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the lowest-cost option at $984 - $2,888 with you handling everything. For full-service moves, Safeway Moving is our top pick, starting around $3,217 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and 24/7 live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Noridian Mutual Insurance Company and TMI Hospitality.