($1,069+) Milwaukee, WI to Gilbert, AZ Movers

Full-service moving costs from Milwaukee, WI to Gilbert, AZ

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 1,818-mile move from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Gilbert, Arizona, with costs ranging from $2,358 - $10,613. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $294 - $1,960. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Milwaukee and Gilbert. Local movers in Milwaukee typically start around $349 as a base rate plus $105/hour per mover.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,358 - $5,373
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,354 - $7,120
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,281 - $10,613

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 Milwaukee to Gilbert.

Specialty moving services from Milwaukee, WI to Gilbert, AZ

Specialty needs vary by market: 59% of Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee to Gilbert?

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 Milwaukee, WI to Gilbert, AZ

Moving containers from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Gilbert, Arizona, cost between $1,539 and $5,635. 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 Milwaukee typically runs around $90/month.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,539 - $2,937
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,872 - $4,032
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,612 - $5,635

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Storage: Small containers (7 - 8 feet) run about $74 per month after the initial period, while larger units (12 - 16 feet) cost around $147 per month.
• Access: Make sure your container company has a storage facility reasonably close to your new home in Gilbert, AZ, if you need to retrieve anything while items are still in storage.
• Moving labor: Since you're responsible for loading the container yourself, many customers bring in hourly help. Based on moveBuddha data, hiring 2 movers for approximately 5 hours costs about $686 in Milwaukee, WI. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Added contents protection: Full-value protection goes beyond the standard minimum and covers repair, replacement, or reimbursement at declared value. Pricing is typically 1% - 2% of your total shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on a $50,000 move.

What are the best moving containers Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee, WI to Gilbert, AZ

A rental truck for this 1,818-mile move from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Gilbert, Arizona, costs between $1,069 and $3,025. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $567 - $648
• Daily insurance: $29/day
• Equipment rentals: $7 - $20
• Milwaukee daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.59 - $0.69

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,069 - $1,976
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,122 - $2,496
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,502 - $3,025

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Additional insurance: Supplemental coverage typically averages around $30 per day.
• Lodging: Budget around $147 per night if your drive requires an overnight stop. Typically, you'll make 1 - 3 overnight stops, depending on move distance.
• Moving labor: Bringing in professional loading help in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, usually costs about $686 for 2 movers and 5 hours of labor.
• Gas: Fuel for the 1,818-mile drive falls between $567 and $648, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Equipment: Appliance dollies, moving pads, and vehicle trailers are easy to overlook but can add between $49 and $294 to your total.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee, WI to Gilbert, AZ

For larger DIY moves from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 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 Gilbert, 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 a 2 - 3 bedroom move on this route, pricing typically falls between $1,591 and $3,099.

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

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,372 - $2,439
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,591 - $3,099
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,175 - $4,207

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 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for roughly five hours typically average $686.

What are the best freight companies from Milwaukee to Gilbert?

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.

Cost of living: Milwaukee, WI 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 Milwaukee 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

The 1,818-mile move from Milwaukee, WI, to Gilbert, AZ, costs between $2,358 and $10,613 with full-service movers, $1,539 - $5,635 with a moving container, and $1,069 - $3,025 for a rental truck. Your budget and how much heavy lifting you want to do are the two biggest factors in choosing the right option. If you go with full-service movers, Safeway Moving is our top recommendation, with transparent flat-rate pricing starting around $3,354 for a 2-bedroom move, 30 days of free storage, and 24/7 customer 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.