($1,072+) Tempe, AZ to Milwaukee, WI Movers

Full-service moving costs from Tempe, AZ to Milwaukee, WI

For the 1,765-mile move from Tempe, Arizona, to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, full-service movers cost between $2,403 and $10,742. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $309 - $2,060 (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 Milwaukee:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,403 - $5,388
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,333 - $7,173
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,845 - $10,742

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 Milwaukee.

Specialty moving services from Tempe, AZ to Milwaukee, WI

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Tempe movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Milwaukee, 100% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Wisconsin Movers Association, the group most Wisconsin 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 Tempe, AZ to Milwaukee, WI

Moving containers from Tempe, Arizona, to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, cost between $1,512 and $5,748. 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 Milwaukee:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,512 - $3,029
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,933 - $4,158
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,833 - $5,748

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $77 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $155 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Milwaukee, WI, 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 $721 in Tempe, AZ. 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 Tempe to Milwaukee?

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 Milwaukee, WI

Renting a moving truck for the 1,765-mile move from Tempe, Arizona, to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, costs between $1,115 and $2,972, before these typical add-ons:

• Fuel for the drive: $578 - $661
• 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 Milwaukee based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,115 - $2,082
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,125 - $2,429
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,433 - $2,972

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $155 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 $721 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,765-mile drive falls between $578 and $661, 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 $309 to your total.

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

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 Milwaukee, WI

For larger DIY moves from Tempe, Arizona, 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 Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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 $1,546 and $3,194.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,332 - $2,594
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,546 - $3,194
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,244 - $4,643

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight trailers are billed by the section you fill. If you misjudge your shipment size, each extra foot of trailer space adds around $77 - $155 to your final bill.
• Peak season pricing: Expect higher rates during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) when trailer availability tightens across the country.
• Moving labor: Loading is on you unless you hire outside help. A half-day crew of two movers in Tempe, Arizona, typically costs $721.

What are the best freight companies from Tempe to Milwaukee?

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.
3. Empire Transport (4.84/5 stars): Empire Transport is our pick for best locally owned freight company. Their locally owned and operated facilities mean you work with support staff who know the route and the area, giving you more responsive scheduling than national-only carriers typically offer.

Cost of living: Tempe, AZ vs Milwaukee, WI

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