($1,164+) Gilbert, AZ to Milwaukee, WI Movers

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

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,817-mile move from Gilbert, Arizona, to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with prices running from $2,349 - $10,905. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $309 - $2,060 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Gilbert and Milwaukee are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Gilbert movers tend to run around $140 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,349 - $5,740
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,379 - $7,316
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,267 - $10,905

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 Gilbert to Milwaukee.

Specialty moving services from Gilbert, AZ to Milwaukee, WI

Specialty needs vary by market — 85% of Gilbert 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 Gilbert to Milwaukee?

Look for Wisconsin Movers Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Wisconsin beyond this list.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is our pick for best overall value. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 support, and 30 days of free storage make Safeway the clearest value on this list.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. AVL has been moving customers since 1995 and uses full-time in-house crews trained on high-value items like art and antiques.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. One of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, 24/7 monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan against damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Gilbert, AZ to Milwaukee, WI

Moving containers from Gilbert, Arizona, to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, cost between $1,517 and $5,791. 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 Milwaukee. If you go over that window, storage in Gilbert adds around $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Gilbert to Milwaukee:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,517 - $2,838
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,104 - $4,308
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,820 - $5,791

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 Gilbert, AZ, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $721, 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 $77 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $155 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Gilbert, AZ, and Milwaukee, WI, 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 Gilbert 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 Gilbert, AZ to Milwaukee, WI

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,817 miles from Gilbert, Arizona, to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, running $1,153 - $3,076. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $595 - $681
• Daily insurance: $31/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $21
• Gilbert daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.89

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Gilbert to Milwaukee based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,153 - $2,241
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,151 - $2,640
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,558 - $3,076

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $595 - $681 for the 1,817-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Gilbert, Arizona, for about 5 hours typically costs around $721.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,817-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $155 per night, adding $309 - $464 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $52 and $309.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Gilbert 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 Gilbert, AZ to Milwaukee, WI

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Gilbert, Arizona, to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 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. Overall pricing for a move of this size and distance typically lands around $1,634 and $3,414.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,380 - $2,555
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,634 - $3,414
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,234 - $4,453

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 Gilbert, Arizona, typically costs $721.

What are the best freight companies from Gilbert to Milwaukee?

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.
3. Empire Transport (4.84/5 stars): Empire Transport is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Gilbert, 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 Gilbert 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.