($361+) Oxnard, CA to Tempe, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Oxnard, CA to Tempe, AZ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 445-mile move from Oxnard, California, to Tempe, Arizona, with costs ranging from $1,079 - $7,540. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $413 - $2,752. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Oxnard and Tempe. Local movers in Oxnard typically start around $231 as a base rate plus $75/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,079 - $3,518
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,924 - $5,214
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,155 - $7,540

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 Oxnard to Tempe.

Specialty moving services from Oxnard, CA to Tempe, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 70% of Oxnard movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Tempe, 66% of movers offer the same service.

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

Look for Arizona Moving Association membership as a baseline when comparing movers in Arizona 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.

How much do local movers cost in Oxnard, CA?

Based on recent quotes for this route, a 2-bedroom move from Oxnard to Tempe with a local mover averages $1,905 - $5,162. For moves under 500 miles, local movers in Oxnard, CA can be a smart choice. Many use hourly pricing models that may reduce your total compared to what a national carrier would charge, and tighter coverage areas often mean faster turnaround and more hands-on communication.

That said, licensing requirements still apply. Make sure any company you're considering is properly licensed for interstate moves for the route you need.

Moving container costs from Oxnard, CA to Tempe, AZ

Moving containers from Oxnard, California, to Tempe, Arizona, cost between $933 and $2,905. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Oxnard typically runs around $110/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Oxnard to Tempe:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $933 - $1,566
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,159 - $2,248
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,461 - $2,905

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $103 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $206 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $963 in Oxnard, CA, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Tempe, AZ, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

What are the best moving containers Oxnard to Tempe?

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 Oxnard, CA to Tempe, AZ

Truck rentals from Oxnard, California, to Tempe, Arizona, range from $388 - $979 for the 445-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $195 - $223
• Daily insurance: $41/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $28
• Oxnard daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.79 - $1.09

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Oxnard to Tempe based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $388 - $666
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $382 - $814
• 4+ bedrooms: $525 - $979

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $103 and $482.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $206.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $195 and $223 for the 445-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $963 for 2 movers in Oxnard, California, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Oxnard, CA to Tempe, AZ

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Oxnard, California, to Tempe, 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 $1,238 and $1,763.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $856 - $1,380
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $963 - $1,763
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,242 - $2,233

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Oxnard, California, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $963.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $103 and $206 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Oxnard to Tempe?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.

Cost of living: Oxnard, CA vs Tempe, AZ

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Tempe, side by side with Oxnard 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 Oxnard, CA, to Tempe, AZ, 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 $1,079 - $7,540 on the 445-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $933 - $2,905, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $388 - $979. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $1,924 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include Amkor Technology, Inc. and Benchmark Electronics.