Top Houston, TX to Scottsdale, AZ Movers

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1. 3 Men Movers: 5.0 out of 5 stars
2. A Better Tripp Moving & Storage: 4.8 out of 5 stars
3. Square Cow: 5.0 out of 5 stars
4. Bellhop Moving: 4.62 out of 5 stars
5. Student Movers Inc.: 4.66 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Texas to Arizona

Hiring movers for a studio apartment or one-bedroom home from Texas to Arizona will cost between $1,552 and $5,950. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home from TX to AZ will range from $3,446 to $8,178, and a large move from Texas to Arizona will cost from $5,941 to $10,702.

Cost of moving containers from Texas to Arizona

Moving from Texas to Arizona? For a small load, you'll likely pay between $1,171 and $2,699. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, costs usually range from $1,916 to $3,922. Got a big family or a four-plus bedroom house? Expect prices ranging anywhere from $2,648 up to $5,403. For detailed pricing info, take a look at our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from Texas to Arizona

Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option, but keep in mind you'll be handling all the loading, unloading, and driving yourself.

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck, expect to spend between $945 and $1,765. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $1,021 and $2,036. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $1,233 up to $2,456 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Scottsdale, since prices are typically 113% higher than in Houston.
• The home prices in Scottsdale are 213.4% higher than in Houston, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• Income in Scottsdale is 7.6% lower than in Houston, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Scottsdale — including Honor Health, CVS Health, and Scottsdale Unified School District — may pay more.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Scottsdale, since the cost of living for a single person in Scottsdale is 107.7% higher than in Houston. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• A move to Scottsdale can help cut down on a family's routine expenses, including utilities, transportation, and groceries. The cost of living for a family of four is 36.1% less than what it costs in Houston.
• The unemployment rate in Scottsdale is 14.63% higher than in Houston.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Scottsdale, since the city's sales taxes in Scottsdale are 2.42% lower than in Houston.
• State income taxes in Scottsdale are 2.50% higher than in Houston.

• Scottsdale might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 90% less than Houston.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Scottsdale will be about the same as it currently is in Houston. The cities share a similar public transportation score, which means their transit systems are comparable in terms of how connected they are, how often they provide service, and how close they are to jobs, housing, retail and food stores, and other important locations.
• Scottsdale neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Houston. Based on its score of 32 out of 100, Scottsdale isn't as walkable as Houston, which has a score of 47 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• If cycling is your thing, Scottsdale is considered more bike-friendly than Houston in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Scottsdale has a bike-friendliness score of 56 out of 100, while Houston is rated as 49 out of 100.
• Scottsdale has a lower crime rate than Houston based on scores of 25.8 and Houston's 63.5, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Scottsdale than in Houston, based on Scottsdale's safety index of 74.2 versus 36.5 for Houston. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Scottsdale and Houston is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

• Weather: Extreme heat may cause discomfort if you choose to move in the summer. Pay close attention to heat sensitive household items such as instruments, antique furniture, and electronics.
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: Though Arizona is largely an “unregulated” state, local moving companies are subject to some Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) and Department of Weights and Measures regulations intended to ensure that they operate safely and ethically. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Arizona moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Arizona does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state. We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move.
• Change of address: You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Scottsdale. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. Choose Released Value Protection for its cost-effectiveness—offered by movers at no extra charge, although it provides minimal coverage. With a liability limit of 60 cents per pound per article, consider this option carefully. For instance, if a 50-inch TV weighing 25 pounds is lost or damaged, your reimbursement would only be $15 (60 cents x 25 pounds). For comprehensive coverage of your items' full value, consult with your moving company for alternative options or consider third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you\'ve got everything covered.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Old Town Scottsdale
• Gainey Ranch
• Kierland
• Shea Corridor
• South Scottsdale

Best neighborhoods for families

• McCormick Ranch
• DC Ranch
• Grayhawk
• Troon North
• South Scottsdale

Things to do in Scottsdale

Once you're settled into your new home in Arizona, it's time to get out and discover what Scottsdale has to offer. No matter your interests, there's something for everyone here:

• Arts and culture: Scottsdale is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West, Penske Racing Museum, Cosanti, Wonderspaces Arizona, and Main Street Arts District.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Chaparral Park, Xeriscape Garden, McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, and Scottsdale Artists' School Rose Garden — among other sites — are great places to hike, ride bikes, or just enjoy nature.'
• Sports: Catch a live game and cheer on the home team at an Scottsdale Scorpions (MiLB) game.