($1,098+) Scottsdale, AZ to Cleveland, OH Movers

Full-service moving costs from Scottsdale, AZ to Cleveland, OH

For the 2,002-mile move from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Cleveland, Ohio, full-service movers cost between $2,457 and $10,678. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $303 - $2,020 (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 Scottsdale generally start around $155 plus $85 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,457 - $5,195
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,359 - $7,086
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,979 - $10,678

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 Scottsdale to Cleveland.

Specialty moving services from Scottsdale, AZ to Cleveland, OH

Specialty needs vary by market: 66% of Scottsdale movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Cleveland, 62% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Scottsdale to Cleveland?

All three below meet the standards set by the Ohio Association of Movers, the group most Ohio 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 Scottsdale, AZ to Cleveland, OH

Moving containers from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Cleveland, Ohio, cost between $1,576 and $5,433. 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 Scottsdale typically costs about $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,576 - $2,903
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,977 - $4,321
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,877 - $5,433

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $76 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $152 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Cleveland, OH, 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 $707 in Scottsdale, 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 Scottsdale to Cleveland?

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 Scottsdale, AZ to Cleveland, OH

Plan on $1,098 - $3,054 for a rental moving truck on the 2,002-mile route from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Cleveland, Ohio. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $643 - $735
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Scottsdale daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,098 - $2,316
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,214 - $2,599
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,625 - $3,054

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $152 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 Scottsdale, Arizona, usually costs about $707 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 2,002-mile drive falls between $643 and $735, 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 $51 and $303 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Scottsdale to Cleveland?

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 Scottsdale, AZ to Cleveland, OH

For larger DIY moves from Scottsdale, 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 Cleveland, Ohio.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,615 and $3,188.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,489 - $2,559
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,615 - $3,188
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,324 - $4,482

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Scottsdale, Arizona, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $707.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $76 - $152 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 Scottsdale to Cleveland?

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: Scottsdale, AZ vs Cleveland, OH

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Cleveland, side by side with Scottsdale 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

A move from Scottsdale, AZ, to Cleveland, OH, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $2,457 - $10,678 on the 2,002-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,576 - $5,433, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $1,098 - $3,054. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $3,359 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Cleveland tend to point to abundant food options and beautiful nature, though construction and brutal winters come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals.