Top Chandler, AZ to Miami, FL Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Miami to Chandler guide.

1. Gilbert Moving & Storage: 5.0 out of 5 stars
2. Just-In Time Moving & Storage: 4.96 out of 5 stars
3. Mentors Moving & Storage: 4.9 out of 5 stars
4. B Line Movers: 4.76 out of 5 stars
5. Camelback Moving: 4.9 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Arizona to Florida

Planning a move from Arizona to Florida? For a studio or one-bedroom, you'll likely pay between $1,588 and $6,791. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $4,532 and $9,736 for the same journey (AZ to FL). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $8,260 to $14,617.

Cost of moving containers from Arizona to Florida

Moving from Arizona to Florida? For a small load, you'll likely pay between $1,549 and $3,924. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, costs usually range from $2,668 to $5,647. Got a big family or a four-plus bedroom house? Expect prices ranging anywhere from $3,899 up to $7,657. For detailed pricing info, take a look at our complete PODS cost guide.

Check out the most affordable moving container companies to help with your move from Arizona.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Arizona to Florida

Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option, but keep in mind you'll be handling all the loading, unloading, and driving yourself.

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck, expect to spend between $1,616 and $3,282. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $1,713 and $3,831. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $2,366 up to $4,557 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Miami, since prices are typically 33% higher than in Chandler.
• The home prices in Miami are 10.3% higher than in Chandler, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• Income in Miami is 15.0% lower than in Chandler, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Miami — including Royal Bank of Canada, Navarro Discount Pharmacy, and Royal Caribbean Cruises — may pay more.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Miami, since the cost of living for a single person in Miami is 23.8% higher than in Chandler. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Miami, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Miami is 34.0% higher than in Chandler.
• The unemployment rate in Miami is 56.60% higher than in Chandler.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Miami, since the city's sales taxes in Miami are 10.26% lower than in Chandler.
• One perk of moving to Miami is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Chandler.

• The population of Miami is about 60% greater than Chandler, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Miami offers better access to buses and trains than Chandler, based on public transportation ratings. Miami has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 4 in Chandler. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Miami means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Chandler. Miami is considered more walkable than Chandler, with a score of 77 out of 100 versus 35 out of 100 in Chandler. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Miami is considered more bike-friendly than Chandler in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Miami has a bike-friendliness score of 64 out of 100, while Chandler is rated as 55 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Miami is higher than in Chandler, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 52.54 in Miami, it is 23.39 in Chandler. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city's crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you're getting used to your new surroundings in Miami. With a crime index of 47.46, Miami ranks lower in overall safety than Chandler, whose index is 76.61. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• The air quality in Miami and Chandler is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

• Weather: There are two basic seasons in Miami, a hot and wet season from May through October, and a warm and dry season from November through April. During the hot and wet season, daily thundershowers occur in the humid unstable air masses. Hurricane season officially runs from June 1 through November 30, although hurricanes can develop beyond those dates. Be sure to check your weather app, especially during June through November to avoid hurricanes.
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: Individuals and companies engaging in for-profit local and intrastate moving within the Sunshine State must register each year with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services – Division of Consumer Services. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Florida moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Florida does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state. We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move.
• Change of address: You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Miami. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Released Value Protection stands out as a cost-effective choice, provided by movers at no extra expense, although it comes with limited coverage. In this option, the mover's liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. To ensure comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, consult with your chosen moving company about alternative options or explore third-party insurance providers. Secure the best protection for your belongings during the move with these tailored coverage choices.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you\'ve got everything covered.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Coral Gables
• Brickell
• Little Havana
• Wynwood

Best neighborhoods for families

• Coconut Grove
• Coral Gables
• Kendall
• Key Biscayne
• Pinecrest

Things to do in Miami

Now that you've made the move to Florida it's the perfect time to explore Miami From local hotspots to hidden gems, there's something to enjoy for every lifestyle:

• Arts and culture: Miami features a variety of museums and cultural arts centers, including the Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, Miami Design District, Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, and Miami Children's Museum.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Bayfront Park, Tropical Park, Matheson Hammock Park, and Domino Park — among other spots — perfect for hiking, biking, or simply soaking up the outdoors.
• Sports: Grab a seat and root for the home team during an Miami Dolphins (NFL), Inter Miami CF (MLS), Miami Marlins (MLB), or Florida Panthers (NHL) game.