($1,188+) Akron, OH to Scottsdale, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Akron, OH to Scottsdale, AZ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,986-mile move from Akron, Ohio, to Scottsdale, Arizona, with costs ranging from $2,519 - $11,138. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $281 - $1,876. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Akron and Scottsdale. Local movers in Akron typically start around $199 as a base rate plus $80/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,519 - $5,551
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,539 - $7,187
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,615 - $11,138

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 Akron to Scottsdale.

Specialty moving services from Akron, OH to Scottsdale, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 64% of Akron 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 Akron 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 Akron, OH to Scottsdale, AZ

Moving containers from Akron, Ohio, to Scottsdale, Arizona, cost between $1,534 and $5,728. 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 Akron costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,534 - $2,822
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,984 - $4,371
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,773 - $5,728

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Akron, OH, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $657, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $70 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $141 per month.
• Access: Most major container companies serve both Akron, OH, and Scottsdale, AZ, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.

What are the best moving containers Akron 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 Akron, OH to Scottsdale, AZ

A rental truck is the cheapest way to cover the 1,986 miles from Akron, Ohio, to Scottsdale, Arizona, running $1,188 - $3,021. It's also the most hands-on option, and the base rate doesn't include:

• Fuel for the drive: $593 - $677
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Akron daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,188 - $2,117
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,163 - $2,544
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,514 - $3,021

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Lodging: Overnight accommodations on longer drives average around $141 per night. Most long-distance moves with rental trucks require 1 - 3 overnight stops.
• Equipment: Tow dollies, auto trailers, and specialty moving equipment can add between $61 and $305 to your total.
• Additional insurance: Daily protection upgrades typically add about $30.
• Gas: Plan on spending $593 - $677 in fuel for the 1,986-mile move, depending on your truck's fuel type.
• Moving labor: Hiring a crew instead of doing the loading yourself typically costs around $657 in Akron, Ohio, for a 2-person crew and 5 hours of labor.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Akron 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 Akron, OH to Scottsdale, AZ

Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Akron, Ohio, to Scottsdale, Arizona. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. A 2 - 3 bedroom long-distance move using this method runs roughly between $1,685 and $3,397.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,380 - $2,620
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,685 - $3,397
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,240 - $4,492

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 $70 and $141.
• 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 Akron, Ohio, for roughly five hours typically average $657.

What are the best freight companies from Akron 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: Akron, OH 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 Akron 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

The 1,986-mile move from Akron, OH, to Scottsdale, AZ, costs between $2,519 and $11,138 with full-service movers, $1,534 - $5,728 with a moving container, and $1,188 - $3,021 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $3,539 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 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.