($1,142+) Dayton, OH to Scottsdale, AZ Movers

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

Hiring full-service movers from Dayton, Ohio, to Scottsdale, Arizona, costs between $2,519 and $10,777. A full-service interstate moving company handles loading, transportation, and unloading across the 1,804-mile route, with optional professional packing available for an additional $280 - $1,864, depending on the size of your home. Your final cost comes down to two things: the total weight of your shipment and the distance between Dayton and Scottsdale. For a rough baseline, movers based in Dayton tend to start around $330 plus $140/hour per mover on local jobs, before long-distance pricing takes over for a move this size.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,519 - $5,909
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,304 - $7,839
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,515 - $10,777

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 Dayton to Scottsdale.

Specialty moving services from Dayton, OH to Scottsdale, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market — 88% of Dayton movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Scottsdale, 85% of movers offer the same service.

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

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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 Dayton, OH to Scottsdale, AZ

Moving containers from Dayton, Ohio, to Scottsdale, Arizona, cost between $1,501 and $5,622. 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 Scottsdale. If you go over that window, storage in Dayton adds around $60/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,501 - $2,928
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,124 - $4,266
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,932 - $5,622

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Dayton, OH 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 $652 in Dayton, OH, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $70 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $140 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 Dayton 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 Dayton, OH to Scottsdale, AZ

A rental truck for this 1,804-mile move from Dayton, Ohio, to Scottsdale, Arizona, costs between $1,053 and $3,232. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $535 - $611
• Daily insurance: $28/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $19
• Dayton daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.99

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,053 - $2,070
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,259 - $2,590
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,498 - $3,232

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Gas: Fuel adds $535 - $611 for the 1,804-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Dayton, Ohio, for about 5 hours typically costs around $652.
• Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
• Lodging: The 1,804-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $140 per night, adding $280 - $419 in hotel costs total.
• Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $47 and $280.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Dayton 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 Dayton, 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 Dayton, 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. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $1,601 and $3,313.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,380 - $2,582
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,601 - $3,313
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,123 - $4,633

What other costs come with freight trailers?

• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading help. In Dayton, Ohio, hiring 2 movers for about 5 hours typically costs $652.
• More space: You only pay for the trailer footage you use, but underestimating your load can add roughly $70 - $140 per additional foot to your total.
• Time of year: Rates tend to climb during peak moving season (mid-May through mid-September) when trailer demand is at its highest.

What are the best freight companies from Dayton to Scottsdale?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is best for large moves. Best known as a top moving container option thanks to its DIY hybrid model (you load, they drive), MovingYourself also doubles as a strong freight choice with their 53-foot trucks and pay-for-the-space-you-use pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer on this list. In addition to their well-known container service, U-Pack offers freight trailers that follow the same pay-by-the-foot model with no deposits or upfront fees, making them one of the most flexible freight options for budget-conscious moves.
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. Locally owned and operated facilities give you direct access to support staff who know the area and can coordinate pickups and deliveries with greater flexibility than national carriers.

Cost of living: Dayton, 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 Dayton 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.