($1,247+) Akron, OH to Tempe, AZ Movers

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

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,990-mile move from Akron, Ohio, to Tempe, Arizona, with costs ranging from $2,593 - $11,336. 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 Tempe. 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 Tempe:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,593 - $5,714
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,534 - $7,699
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,469 - $11,336

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 Tempe.

Specialty moving services from Akron, OH to Tempe, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 100% of Akron 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 Akron to Tempe?

Movers licensed to operate in Arizona are typically members of the Arizona Moving Association, worth checking for before you book any of the three below.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list. Flat-rate pricing, 24/7 customer support, and 30 days of free storage are included with every move.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list, with 30+ years in business since 1995. AVL is one of the few national carriers that uses full-time in-house crews instead of contracted labor.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, combining fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment monitoring, and an optional full-value protection plan that covers damage, loss, and breakage.

Moving container costs from Akron, OH to Tempe, AZ

Moving containers from Akron, Ohio, to Tempe, Arizona, cost between $1,676 and $6,073. With a moving container, you load on your own schedule. U-Haul gives you 3 days to fill yours, while PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're ready, the company transports it straight to your new place. Need more time first? Storage in Akron typically costs about $100/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,676 - $3,181
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,232 - $4,238
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,940 - $6,073

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Monthly rental charges begin after the first 30 days. Expect roughly $70 per month for smaller containers (7 - 8 feet) and around $141 per month for larger units (12 - 16 feet).
• Moving labor: Containers don't come with loading help, so many customers hire hourly movers for the job. Two movers for about 5 hours will run you around $657 in Akron, OH, per moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Standard coverage only reimburses by weight. Full-value protection gives you more complete coverage for higher-value items and typically costs 1% - 2% of your total declared value, around $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 shipment.
• Access: National providers generally operate in both cities, but verify that a facility near your Tempe, AZ, destination exists if you plan to access stored items.

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

Plan on $1,187 - $3,439 for a rental moving truck on the 1,990-mile route from Akron, Ohio, to Tempe, Arizona. The rental company provides nothing beyond the vehicle, so add:

• Fuel for the drive: $594 - $679
• 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 Tempe based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,187 - $2,360
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,272 - $2,643
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,670 - $3,439

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Akron, Ohio, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $657.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $594 - $679 for the 1,990-mile drive, depending on whether your truck takes gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, auto transport trailers, and furniture pads are separate rentals. Expect to spend between $56 and $305, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $141 per night for hotel stops on the 1,990-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $281 - $422.

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

For larger DIY moves from Akron, Ohio, freight trailers give you plenty of room without putting you behind the wheel. Standard trailers are 28 feet long. You load the section you need, and the carrier transports everything to Tempe, Arizona.

Because freight companies bill by linear footage, your total is based on how much of the trailer you occupy, not the full length. For most medium-to-large moves on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,632 and $3,567.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,463 - $2,806
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,632 - $3,567
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,234 - $4,572

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Seasonal demand: Pricing tends to rise during peak moving season, particularly between mid-May and mid-September.
• Moving labor: Most customers hire loading help since freight is self-loaded. Two movers in Akron, Ohio, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $657.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $70 and $141 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Akron to Tempe?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Primarily known as a top moving container option for its DIY hybrid model where customers load and the company drives, MovingYourself also functions as a strong freight option thanks to its 53-foot trucks and pay-only-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. Best known for its container service, U-Pack also runs a top-notch freight trailer operation with the same no-deposit, pay-by-the-foot approach that keeps overall costs lower than most freight competitors.
3. Miller Transfer (4.84/5 stars): Miller Transfer is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned facilities and accessible live support staff make scheduling and route coordination easier on local-area routes than what most national freight providers can offer.

Cost of living: Akron, OH vs Tempe, AZ

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Tempe, 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.