($1,228+) Baltimore, MD to Scottsdale, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Baltimore, MD to Scottsdale, AZ

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 2,265-mile move from Baltimore, Maryland, to Scottsdale, Arizona, with prices running from $2,306 - $10,366. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $303 - $2,020 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Baltimore and Scottsdale are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Baltimore movers tend to run around $263 as a base rate plus $110/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,306 - $5,193
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,154 - $7,258
• 4+ bedrooms: $5,802 - $10,366

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 Baltimore to Scottsdale.

Specialty moving services from Baltimore, MD to Scottsdale, AZ

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

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

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.

Moving container costs from Baltimore, MD to Scottsdale, AZ

Moving containers from Baltimore, Maryland, to Scottsdale, Arizona, cost between $1,649 and $5,983. 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 Baltimore typically runs around $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,649 - $3,148
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,113 - $4,733
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,843 - $5,983

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Baltimore, MD and Scottsdale, 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 $707 in Baltimore, MD, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $76 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $152 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 Baltimore to Scottsdale?

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 Baltimore, MD to Scottsdale, AZ

Truck rentals from Baltimore, Maryland, to Scottsdale, Arizona, range from $1,228 - $3,641 for the 2,265-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $728 - $832
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Baltimore daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.89 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,228 - $2,495
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,399 - $2,854
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,662 - $3,641

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 $76 and $354.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $152.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $728 and $832 for the 2,265-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 $707 for 2 movers in Baltimore, Maryland, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

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

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 Baltimore, MD to Scottsdale, AZ

If you're moving a larger household from Baltimore, Maryland, and want to stay in control of the loading process, freight trailers offer a practical middle ground between hiring movers and renting a truck yourself. A 28-foot trailer is delivered to your door, you load what you need, and the carrier handles the drive to Scottsdale, Arizona.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. A 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route typically falls between $1,795 and $3,498.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,438 - $2,804
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,795 - $3,498
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,466 - $4,933

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 $76 and $152.
• 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 Baltimore, Maryland, for roughly five hours typically average $707.

What are the best freight companies from Baltimore to Scottsdale?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.

Cost of living: Baltimore, MD vs Scottsdale, AZ

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

For a move from Baltimore, MD, to Scottsdale, AZ, full-service movers are the most hands-off option, with costs ranging from $2,306 for a studio to $10,366 for a 4+ bedroom home on the 2,265-mile route. If you want to cut costs without doing everything yourself, moving containers from PODS or U-Pack run $1,649 - $5,983. A rental truck from Budget or U-Haul is the lowest-cost option at $1,228 - $3,641, though you'll be handling the driving and loading yourself. Safeway Moving is our top overall pick for full-service moves, with quotes starting around $3,154 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage included, and 24/7 live customer support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Scottsdale tend to point to bountiful arts and recreational activities and beautiful nature, though tourists and terrible traffic come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Honor Health and CVS Health.