($1,313+) Wilmington, DE to Tempe, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Wilmington, DE to Tempe, AZ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,326-mile move from Wilmington, Delaware, to Tempe, Arizona, with costs ranging from $2,422 - $11,524. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $323 - $2,152. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Wilmington and Tempe. Local movers in Wilmington typically start around $334 as a base rate plus $150/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,422 - $5,773
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,433 - $7,747
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,645 - $11,524

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 Wilmington to Tempe.

Specialty moving services from Wilmington, DE to Tempe, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 89% of Wilmington movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Tempe, 85% of movers offer the same service.

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

All three below meet the standards set by the Arizona Moving Association, the group most Arizona 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 Wilmington, DE to Tempe, AZ

Moving containers from Wilmington, Delaware, to Tempe, Arizona, cost between $1,727 and $6,880. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Wilmington costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,727 - $3,371
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,260 - $5,074
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,236 - $6,880

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Wilmington, DE and Tempe, AZ. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $753 in Wilmington, DE, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $81 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $161 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Wilmington 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 Wilmington, DE to Tempe, AZ

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 2,326 miles from Wilmington, Delaware, to Tempe, Arizona, running $1,409 - $3,703. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $796 - $910
• Daily insurance: $32/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
• Wilmington daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,409 - $2,804
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,540 - $3,147
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,870 - $3,703

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $796 - $910 for the 2,326-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 Wilmington, Delaware, for about 5 hours typically costs around $753.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 2,326-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $161 per night, adding $323 - $484 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $54 and $323.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Wilmington 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 Wilmington, DE to Tempe, AZ

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Wilmington, Delaware, 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 $968 and $3,981.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,718 - $3,221
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,789 - $3,981
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,485 - $5,346

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• More space: Freight pricing is based on exactly how much of the trailer you fill. If your items take up more than expected, the added footage can increase your cost by between $81 and $161.
• Peak season impact: Moving during peak season (mid-May to mid-September) often means higher trailer rates as demand increases across the board.
• Moving labor: Unless you plan to load everything yourself, factor in labor costs. Two movers in Wilmington, Delaware, for roughly five hours typically average $753.

What are the best freight companies from Wilmington 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.
3. Pipco Transportation, Inc. (4.66/5 stars): Pipco Transportation, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.

Cost of living: Wilmington, DE vs Tempe, AZ

Day-to-day costs in Tempe are close to what you're used to in Wilmington: cost of living index of 113 versus 104, with average rent of $1,834/mo compared to $1,812/mo. Housing, income, and taxes are all in a similar range, so budgeting for this move mostly comes down to the moving costs above rather than a shift in your monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores are close too, at 74/100 and 32.68/100 in Wilmington versus 54/100 and 57.64/100 in Tempe.