($818+) Sioux Falls, SD to Gilbert, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Sioux Falls, SD to Gilbert, AZ

For the 1,428-mile move from Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to Gilbert, Arizona, full-service movers cost between $2,560 and $10,860. A long-distance moving company takes care of loading, hauling, and unloading. For an added cost of $299 - $1,996 (1 - 5+ bedrooms), crews will pack your boxes. The weight of your shipment and the mileage between the two cities are what drive your final cost. For scale, local movers in Sioux Falls generally start around $424 plus $182 per hour, per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,560 - $5,745
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,265 - $7,316
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,148 - $10,860

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 Sioux Falls to Gilbert.

Specialty moving services from Sioux Falls, SD to Gilbert, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 50% of Sioux Falls movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 60% nationally. In Gilbert, 66% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Sioux Falls to Gilbert?

All three below meet the standards set by the Arizona Moving Association, the group most Arizona movers are affiliated with.

1. Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving is the best overall value on this list, with flat-rate pricing that holds firm on moving day and a customer support team available around the clock.
2. American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover here. With 30+ years of interstate moves behind them, AVL uses full-time in-house crews instead of the contracted labor most national carriers rely on.
3. Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage, with fragile-only packing, 24/7 shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan available on every long-distance move.

Moving container costs from Sioux Falls, SD to Gilbert, AZ

Moving containers from Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to Gilbert, Arizona, cost between $1,265 and $4,540. The container gets dropped at your door and you load it at your own pace. U-Haul gives you 3 days to load and PODS gives you up to 30. Once you're done, the company handles all the transportation. If you need extra time, storage in Sioux Falls runs about $90/month.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Sioux Falls to Gilbert:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,265 - $2,589
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,803 - $3,477
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,241 - $4,540

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Sioux Falls, SD 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 $699 in Sioux Falls, SD, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $75 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $150 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 Sioux Falls 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 Sioux Falls, SD to Gilbert, AZ

Truck rentals from Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to Gilbert, Arizona, range from $818 - $2,303 for the 1,428-mile drive. You handle the loading, driving, and unloading yourself, plus these extra costs:

• Fuel for the drive: $453 - $518
• Daily insurance: $30/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Sioux Falls daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Sioux Falls to Gilbert based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $818 - $1,568
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $923 - $1,866
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,151 - $2,303

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Moving labor: Rental trucks don't come with loaders. Hiring 2 movers in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, for roughly 5 hours usually costs about $699.
• Gas: Fuel costs total $453 - $518 for the 1,428-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 $60 and $324, depending on what you need.
• Additional insurance: Daily coverage upgrades typically add around $30.
• Lodging: Budget around $150 per night for hotel stops on the 1,428-mile drive. With 2 - 3 overnight stops, total lodging typically costs $299 - $449.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Sioux Falls 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 Sioux Falls, SD to Gilbert, AZ

Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to Gilbert, Arizona. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.

Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $898 and $2,670.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,162 - $2,219
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,374 - $2,670
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,830 - $3,670

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 Sioux Falls, South Dakota, for roughly 5 hours typically costs $699.
• More space: Freight companies bill by linear footage. If your belongings take up more room than anticipated, the extra space adds between $75 and $150 per foot.

What are the best freight companies from Sioux Falls to Gilbert?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is our pick for best for large moves. The company is best known as a top moving container option for its hybrid model where you load and they drive, and that same model translates well to freight thanks to their 53-foot trucks and pay-by-the-foot pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Beyond their flagship container service, U-Pack also runs freight trailers with the same no-deposit, no-upfront-fee model, charging only for the linear footage you actually fill.

Cost of living: Sioux Falls, SD 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 Sioux Falls 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

A move from Sioux Falls, SD, to Gilbert, AZ, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $2,560 - $10,860 on the 1,428-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,265 - $4,540, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $818 - $2,303. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $3,265 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.

Beyond the move itself, people who've relocated to Gilbert tend to point to quality education and fantastic weather, though high cost of living and hot summers come up as common complaints. Major employers in the area include Gilbert Public Schools and Banner Health 2,268.