($1,343+) Washington DC, MD to Gilbert, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Washington DC, MD to Gilbert, AZ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,289-mile move from Washington DC, Maryland, to Gilbert, Arizona, with costs ranging from $2,703 - $12,074. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $407 - $2,716. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Washington DC and Gilbert. Local movers in Washington DC typically start around $180 as a base rate plus $85/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,703 - $5,870
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,576 - $7,578
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,921 - $12,074

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 Washington DC to Gilbert.

Specialty moving services from Washington DC, MD to Gilbert, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 93% of Washington DC movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Gilbert, 85% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Washington DC to Gilbert?

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1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.

Moving container costs from Washington DC, MD to Gilbert, AZ

Moving containers from Washington DC, Maryland, to Gilbert, Arizona, cost between $1,705 and $6,652. 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 Gilbert. If you go over that window, storage in Washington DC adds around $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,705 - $3,394
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,347 - $4,572
• 4+ bedrooms: $3,162 - $6,652

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Washington DC, MD and Gilbert, 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 $951 in Washington DC, MD, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $102 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $204 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 Washington DC to Gilbert?

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 Washington DC, MD to Gilbert, AZ

A rental truck for this 2,289-mile move from Washington DC, Maryland, to Gilbert, Arizona, costs between $1,302 and $3,708. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $989 - $1,130
• Daily insurance: $41/day
• Equipment rentals: $10 - $27
• Washington DC daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.99 - $1.19

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,302 - $2,751
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,496 - $3,087
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,760 - $3,708

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 $102 and $475.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $204.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $989 and $1,130 for the 2,289-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 $951 for 2 movers in Washington DC, Maryland, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Washington DC to Gilbert?

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 Washington DC, MD to Gilbert, AZ

Freight trailers are well suited for larger moves from Washington DC, Maryland, to Gilbert, Arizona, 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 $1,822 and $3,850.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,632 - $3,116
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,822 - $3,850
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,453 - $5,321

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 $102 - $204 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 Washington DC, Maryland, typically costs $951.

What are the best freight companies from Washington DC to Gilbert?

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. Terminal Transportation Services (4.7/5 stars): Terminal Transportation Services 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: Washington DC, MD vs Gilbert, AZ

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