($1,139+) Cincinnati, OH to Mesa, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Cincinnati, OH to Mesa, AZ

A full-service interstate moving company handles everything on the 1,793-mile move from Cincinnati, Ohio, to Mesa, Arizona, with prices running from $2,433 - $11,588. Professional packing of all your boxes adds $294 - $1,960 if you want a fully hands-off experience. Shipment weight and the distance between Cincinnati and Mesa are the two biggest drivers of your final price. Locally, Cincinnati movers tend to run around $250 as a base rate plus $120/hour per mover, for comparison.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,433 - $5,502
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,454 - $7,266
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,580 - $11,588

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 Cincinnati to Mesa.

Specialty moving services from Cincinnati, OH to Mesa, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 79% of Cincinnati movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Mesa, 85% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Cincinnati to Mesa?

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 Cincinnati, OH to Mesa, AZ

Moving containers from Cincinnati, Ohio, to Mesa, Arizona, cost between $1,553 and $5,631. 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 Cincinnati typically runs around $80/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Cincinnati to Mesa:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,553 - $2,905
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,968 - $4,108
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,688 - $5,631

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Cincinnati, OH and Mesa, 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 $686 in Cincinnati, OH, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $74 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $147 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 Cincinnati to Mesa?

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 Cincinnati, OH to Mesa, AZ

A rental truck for this 1,793-mile move from Cincinnati, Ohio, to Mesa, Arizona, costs between $1,139 and $2,978. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $559 - $639
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Cincinnati daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Cincinnati to Mesa based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,139 - $2,024
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,185 - $2,383
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,464 - $2,978

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 $74 and $343.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $147.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $559 and $639 for the 1,793-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 $686 for 2 movers in Cincinnati, Ohio, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Cincinnati to Mesa?

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 Cincinnati, OH to Mesa, AZ

If you're moving a larger household from Cincinnati, Ohio, 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 Mesa, Arizona.

Freight trailers are priced by the linear feet your belongings take up, so you only pay for the space you use. Most moves on this route fall between $1,542 and $3,353.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,441 - $2,588
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,542 - $3,353
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,106 - $4,281

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 $74 and $147.
• 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 Cincinnati, Ohio, for roughly five hours typically average $686.

What are the best freight companies from Cincinnati to Mesa?

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.
3. ACE Doran Hauling & Rigging Co (4.88/5 stars): ACE Doran Hauling & Rigging Co is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: Cincinnati, OH vs Mesa, AZ

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