($766+) Little Rock, AR to Scottsdale, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Little Rock, AR to Scottsdale, AZ

Full-service movers for the 1,285-mile relocation from Little Rock, Arkansas, to Scottsdale, Arizona, cost between $2,142 and $8,852. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $281 - $1,876, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Little Rock typically charge a base rate around $100 plus $94 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,142 - $5,110
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,924 - $6,343
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,025 - $8,852

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 Little Rock to Scottsdale.

Specialty moving services from Little Rock, AR to Scottsdale, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 48% of Little Rock 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 Little Rock to Scottsdale?

All three below meet the standards set by the Arizona Moving Association, the group most Arizona movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Little Rock, AR to Scottsdale, AZ

Moving containers from Little Rock, Arkansas, to Scottsdale, Arizona, cost between $1,293 and $4,540. 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 Little Rock adds around $65/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Little Rock to Scottsdale:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,293 - $2,240
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,585 - $3,190
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,215 - $4,540

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Little Rock, AR and Scottsdale, 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 $657 in Little Rock, AR, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $70 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $141 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 Little Rock 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 Little Rock, AR to Scottsdale, AZ

Plan on $766 - $2,273 for a rental moving truck on the 1,285-mile route from Little Rock, Arkansas, to Scottsdale, Arizona. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $384 - $438
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Little Rock daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Little Rock to Scottsdale based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $766 - $1,491
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $811 - $1,864
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,094 - $2,273

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $141 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 $61 and $305 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $384 - $438 in fuel for the 1,285-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $657 in Little Rock, Arkansas, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Little Rock 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 Little Rock, AR to Scottsdale, AZ

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Little Rock, Arkansas, to Scottsdale, Arizona. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $844 and $2,710.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,095 - $2,101
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,320 - $2,710
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,772 - $3,423

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 $70 and $141.
• 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 Little Rock, Arkansas, for roughly five hours typically average $657.

What are the best freight companies from Little Rock to Scottsdale?

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: Little Rock, AR 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 Little Rock 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

The 1,285-mile move from Little Rock, AR, to Scottsdale, AZ, costs between $2,142 and $8,852 with full-service movers, $1,293 - $4,540 with a moving container, and $766 - $2,273 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $2,924 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer 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.