Top San Diego, CA to Tempe, AZ Movers

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1. One Stop Moving & Storage: 4.86 out of 5 stars
2. Stella Moving & Delivery: 4.66 out of 5 stars
3. Best California Movers: 4.86 out of 5 stars
4. Republic Moving & Storage: 4.8 out of 5 stars
5. Cube Moving and Storage Inc: 4.66 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from California to Arizona

Planning a move from California to Arizona? For a studio or one-bedroom, you'll likely pay between $1,258 and $3,724. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $2,278 and $5,961 for the same journey (CA to AZ). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $3,239 to $7,898.

Cost of moving containers from California to Arizona

When you're heading from California to Arizona, and you're only moving a few items, you can expect to spend between $765 and $1,829. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $1,343 and $2,563. If you're packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $1,833 to $3,571. Want more details? Check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from California to Arizona

A moving rental truck is generally the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor.

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $408 to $785. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $467 to $968, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from California to Arizona costs around $584 to $1,069.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• Rent prices in Tempe are 36% lower than in San Diego, which means you'll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you'll be able to get more for your money in Tempe.
  Home prices in Tempe are 53.0% lower than in San Diego.
• Income in Tempe is 12.2% lower than in San Diego, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Tempe — including Amkor Technology, Inc., Benchmark Electronics, and America West Holdings — may pay more.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Tempe, since the cost of living for a single person in Tempe is 62.4% higher than in San Diego. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• A move to Tempe can help cut down on a family's routine expenses, including utilities, transportation, and groceries. The cost of living for a family of four is 11.8% less than what it costs in San Diego.
• The unemployment rate in Tempe is 18.18% lower than in San Diego.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Tempe, since its sales taxes are 4.52% higher than what you are paying in San Diego.
• One perk of moving to Tempe is paying less in state income taxes, which are 81.20% lower than in San Diego.

• Tempe might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 87% less than San Diego.
• Tempe offers better access to buses and trains than San Diego, based on public transportation ratings. Tempe has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 6 in San Diego. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• You'll find Tempe to be about as walkable as San Diego. The two cities have similar walkability scores of 54 and 53 respectively out of 100 in terms of how close housing is to businesses, recreational facilities, and jobs.
• If cycling is your thing, Tempe is considered more bike-friendly than San Diego in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Tempe has a bike-friendliness score of 75 out of 100, while San Diego is rated as 43 out of 100.
• You can anticipate the same crime rate in Tempe as San Diego. With the crime index, lower scores are better because they indicate less crime. Cities with scores of 20 or below, for example, have much fewer instances of crime than those with scores of 80–100.
• Tempe is generally as safe as San Diego, according to their similar safety index ratings. The ratings are based on how comfortable residents feel about walking alone during the daytime and nighttime and the number of small crimes like theft and muggings.
• You can breathe easy knowing that Tempe has better air quality than in San Diego. Tempe has Good air quality, compared to moderate in San Diego. Ratings of good to moderate mean very low risk of health concerns, although people with conditions like asthma or allergies could be affected. Beyond the moderate rating, health concerns increase for some or all residents.

• Weather: Tempe has very hot summers and little rainfall.
• HOA rules: To keep things running smoothly, make sure you're familiar with any HOA or community moving policies before the big day.
• Elevator reservation: Make sure to arrange elevator access in advance if your building requires reservations for moving.
• Truck parking permits: Make sure to look into local parking regulations—some areas require permits for large moving trucks.
• State licensing: Though Arizona is largely an “unregulated” state, local moving companies are subject to some Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) and Department of Weights and Measures regulations intended to ensure that they operate safely and ethically. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Arizona moving company's license by visiting the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: You won't need a moving permit in Arizona, though it's smart to double-check any local parking restrictions ahead of your move.
• Change of address: To avoid missing any mail, we recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least a week before your move. You can choose your official move date to make sure everything gets forwarded properly to Tempe Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations. Choose Released Value Protection for its cost-effectiveness—offered by movers at no extra charge, although it provides minimal coverage. With a liability limit of 60 cents per pound per article, consider this option carefully. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement would only be $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, consult with your moving company for alternative options or consider third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Cyprus Southwest
• Daley Park
• Kyrene-Superstition
• Mitchell Park West
• University Heights

Best neighborhoods for families

• Alta Mira
• Dava-Lakeshore
• Meyer Park
• Sandahl
• Tempe Gardens

Things to do in Tempe

Once you're settled into your new home in Arizona, it's time to get out and discover what Tempe has to offer. No matter your interests, there's something for everyone here:

• Arts and culture: You'll find museums and cultural hubs throughout Tempe, such as the AZ Heritage Center at Papago Park, Tempe History Museum, Arizona State University Art Museum, ASU Museum Ceramics Center and Brickyard Gallery, and Petersen House Museum.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Tempe Town Lake, Kiwanis Park, and Papago Park — along with other locations, ideal for trails, cycling, or enjoying the fresh air.
• Sports: Experience the energy of a live game and back the home team at an Arizona State University Sun Devils (NCAA) game.