($1,343+) Tempe, AZ to Washington DC, MD Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tempe, AZ to Washington DC, MD

Hiring full-service movers from Tempe, Arizona, to Washington DC, Maryland, costs between $2,402 and $11,271. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 2,290-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $385 - $2,564, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Tempe and Washington DC. For a rough baseline, movers based in Tempe tend to start around $200 plus $85/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,402 - $5,815
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,510 - $7,737
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,461 - $11,271

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 Washington DC.

Specialty moving services from Tempe, AZ to Washington DC, MD

Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Tempe movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Washington DC, 70% of movers offer the same service.

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

If you're vetting a mover on your own instead, membership in Maryland Motor Truck Association is a good first thing to confirm.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Tempe, AZ to Washington DC, MD

Moving containers from Tempe, Arizona, to Washington DC, Maryland, cost between $1,761 and $6,151. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Tempe typically runs around $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,761 - $3,234
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,104 - $4,494
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,012 - $6,151

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 Tempe, AZ, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $897, 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 $96 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $192 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Tempe, AZ, and Washington DC, MD, 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 Tempe to Washington DC?

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 Washington DC, MD

A rental truck for this 2,290-mile move from Tempe, Arizona, to Washington DC, Maryland, costs between $1,343 and $3,714. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $934 - $1,068
• Daily insurance: $38/day
• Equipment rentals: $9 - $26
• 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 Washington DC based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,343 - $2,570
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,411 - $2,970
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,695 - $3,714

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 $96 and $449.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $192.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $934 and $1,068 for the 2,290-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 $897 for 2 movers in Tempe, Arizona, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Tempe to Washington DC?

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 Washington DC, MD

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Tempe, Arizona, to Washington DC, Maryland, when you want to do the loading yourself without having to drive a massive vehicle. The trailer is delivered, you pack it up, and the carrier handles the long haul.

What sets freight trailers apart is the pay-for-what-you-use pricing model. Each additional foot of trailer space you occupy adds to the cost. Pricing for a 2 - 3 bedroom move of this distance typically lands between $1,841 and $3,450.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,448 - $2,881
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,841 - $3,450
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,507 - $5,068

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $96 and $192.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Tempe, Arizona, for roughly five hours typically average $897.

What are the best freight companies from Tempe to Washington DC?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.

Cost of living: Tempe, AZ vs Washington DC, MD

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Washington DC, 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

For a move from Tempe, AZ, to Washington DC, MD, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,402 for a studio to $11,271 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 2,290-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,761 - $6,151. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $1,343 - $3,714, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $3,510 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Department of Homeland Security and US Navy.