Best St. Petersburg to Scottsdale Movers

How Much Do St. Petersburg to Scottsdale Movers Cost?

Moving 2,153 miles from St. Petersburg, FL to Scottsdale, AZ will typically cost between $3,500 and $8,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.

Pro tip for the cheapest long distance move

Find long distance movers in Scottsdale that already have a booked job heading from Scottsdale to St. Petersburg. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Scottsdale from St. Petersburg entirely empty. If you can find a Scottsdale moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper St. Petersburg to Scottsdale moving option

Hire local St. Petersburg movers for the pickup location at an hourly rate. They can quickly load your moving container. When your container is dropped off at your new home, hire Scottsdale movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this St. Petersburg to Scottsdale move together yourself with at least 3 different companies. Taking on this scheduling responsibility will save you a little money by moving with this strategy.

How we ranked the top St. Petersburg to Scottsdale movers

Why you should trust us

We take reviews seriously to protect people just like you! Our team has been crunching data on moving companies since 2010. Our math-based ranking system uses data, manual review, and statistical analysis to help you hire the best St. Petersburg, FL to Scottsdale, AZ long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the St. Petersburg to Scottsdale moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 38 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the St. Petersburg and Scottsdale areas.

From these 38 companies, we analyzed a total of 16,318 reviews dating all the way back to May 2008.

We also reviewed a total of 17 state and federal moving licenses from these 38 companies and 195 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~16,000 reviews was scored according to our detailed 11-point rating criteria

Reviews are time-weighted so that more recent reviews carry more weight. This helps you understand how a mover is doing today... not 5 years ago. We have 4,872 St. Petersburg to Scottsdale moving company data points from the past 2 years that carry more weight.

Bayesian averages calculated to fairly account for the differences between companies that are newer(like New Beginnings Moving Solutions) vs older more established companies (like Let's Get Moving).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every St. Petersburg to Scottsdale moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.84/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Scottsdale combined) from 10,559 reviews

Punctuality

Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?

8.54/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Scottsdale combined) from 3,755 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.63/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Scottsdale combined) from 2,230 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.91/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Scottsdale combined) from 3,947 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.56/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Scottsdale combined) from 1,512 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

9.02/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Scottsdale combined) from 4,633 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.32/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Scottsdale combined) from 6,259 reviews

Will Hire Again

How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again.

8.60/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Scottsdale combined) from 10,724 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.69/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Scottsdale combined) from 6,478 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.28/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Scottsdale combined) from 1,241 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.33/10 avg (St. Petersburg & Scottsdale combined) from 5,314 reviews

From St. Petersburg to Scottsdale: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown in St. Petersburg & Old Town Scottsdale in Scottsdale are both known for their local eateries & bustling nightlife
• St. Petersburg's Grand Central District neighborhood & Scottsdale's Old Town Scottsdale both share craft breweries & boutique shops
• If you're moving from Old Northeast, check out McCormick Ranch in the Scottsdale area for the tree-lined streets & historic homes
• Do you enjoy Shore Acres' lakeside parks & bike trails? You're sure to love McCormick Ranch
• Move from Snell Isle to Troon North and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: luxury homes & scenic vistas

Pros and Cons of Moving from St. Petersburg to Scottsdale

ConsSt. Petersburg, FL

• Higher humidity
• More hurricanes
• Smaller city vibe
• Less desert landscapes

ProsScottsdale, AZ

• Lower humidity
• Less natural disasters
• Larger city feel
• Iconic desert scenery

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Scottsdale, AZ

• No beaches
• Less vegetation
• Smaller arts community
• Less wildlife variety

St. Petersburg, FL

• Beach access
• Lush greenery
• Vibrant arts scene
• Diverse marine life

Pros of moving from St. Petersburg to Scottsdale

• Say goodbye to higher humidity and hello to lower humidity
• Look forward to moving away from more hurricanes and moving to Scottsdale with less natural disasters
• Swap the smaller city vibe of St. Petersburg for a larger city feel in Scottsdale
• Get ready for iconic desert scenery in Scottsdale

Cons of moving from St. Petersburg to Scottsdale

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from beach access in St. Petersburg to live with no beaches in Scottsdale
• You'll lose out on the pro of lush greenery and have to settle for the con of less vegetation
• Time to bid farewell to a vibrant arts scene and get used to a smaller arts community in Scottsdale
• Swap diverse marine life for less wildlife variety

St. Petersburg vs. Scottsdale: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from St. Petersburg to Scottsdale, you will be trading the iconic Grouper Sandwich of St. Petersburg for the equally delicious Sonoran Hot Dog of Scottsdale. And while the locals in St. Petersburg rave about their flavorful Cuban Sandwich and sumptuous Empanadas, Scottsdale residents know they have tasty Carne Asada and Tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Jackfruit BBQ Sandwich they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Cactus Tacos of Scottsdale. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic St. Petersburg eateries like Engine No. 9, Metro Diner, and The Mill Restaurant. After the boxes are unpacked in Scottsdale, don't wait too long before making your way to Scottsdale's acclaimed eateries like FnB, Virtù Honest Craft, and Pomo Pizzeria.

When comparing lifestyles, Scottsdale shows a greater emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than St. Petersburg. Food truck fans will discover a greater selection in Scottsdale compared to what you are used to in St. Petersburg. Also, the overall foodie scene is more bustling in Scottsdale.

Discover Scottsdale Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Scottsdale is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old St. Petersburg favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Il Ritorno, Munch's Sundries and Restaurant, and Cassis St. Pete in St. Petersburg, we're sure you'll love Marcellino Ristorante, Butterfield's Pancake House, and Zinc Bistro in Scottsdale. See our Scottsdale restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished St. Petersburg hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Bodega on Central, head to The Mission on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between St. Petersburg and Scottsdale

• The Bungalow and Ranch architecture that St. Petersburg is known for will be replaced with the Modern and Pueblo Revival architecture typical of Scottsdale.
• Compared to St. Petersburg's real estate listings that commonly reference waterfront and historic neighborhoods, Scottsdale real estate listings often highlight features like mountain views and golf courses.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Scottsdale is less walkable than St. Petersburg.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Scottsdale is less bike-friendly than St. Petersburg.
• Scottsdale has less of an urban feel than St. Petersburg.
• Scottsdale housing costs are 116% more expensive than those in St. Petersburg, with a median home price of $823,008 compared to St. Petersburg’s $381,107.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Scottsdale have increased by 68% compared to a 76% increase in St. Petersburg.
• Rent in Scottsdale is 4.97% more expensive than in St. Petersburg.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Scottsdale, AZ

1. McCormick Ranch: This neighborhood boasts numerous parks and green spaces where you can enjoy long walks and playtime with your pets.
2. Gainey Ranch: Known for its welcoming pet policies, you'll find pet-friendly paths and pet-centric community events here.
3. DC Ranch: With its abundance of hiking trails and pet-friendly community areas, DC Ranch offers plenty of outdoor adventures for you and your furry friends.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between St. Petersburg and Scottsdale

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from St. Petersburg to Scottsdale. Scottsdale gets 21% more sunshine days than St. Petersburg.
• Scottsdale has lower humidity and a similar average UV index compared to St. Petersburg.
• Say goodbye to the possible hurricanes and tropical storms in St. Petersburg, but be on the lookout for potential heatwaves and dust storms in Scottsdale.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Scottsdale is 14 degrees warmer than in St. Petersburg.
• The average winter lows are 9 degrees colder than they are in St. Petersburg.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Scottsdale. Scottsdale receives 40.5 fewer inches of rain compared to St. Petersburg.

Financial & Community Snapshot: St. Petersburg and Scottsdale

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Scottsdale tend to earn about 54% more than those in St. Petersburg
• The COLI in Scottsdale is 3% higher than what you are used to living in St. Petersburg
• Bummer... By moving from FL to AZ, you'll now have a state income tax of 4.54% (max)
• The affluence in Scottsdale is high compared to moderate affluence in St. Petersburg
• The poverty level is lower in Scottsdale compared to moderate poverty in St. Petersburg
• In terms of homelessness, it is noticeable in St. Petersburg and minimal in Scottsdale

Political and Religious Climate in St. Petersburg vs. Scottsdale

• St. Petersburg tends to lean moderately Liberal in its political climate
• Scottsdale, on the other hand, is often described as conservatively Leaned
• Scottsdale's religious environment can be described as diverse with a strong Christian presence, including the Church of the Ascension
• St. Petersburg's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as diverse with Christian, Jewish, and Muslim communities

St. Petersburg vs. Scottsdale Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Bummer! Looks like you might end up spending about 4% more time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Scottsdale compared to your St. Petersburg commute. That's 520 minutes lost each year in a car.
• You can expect traffic in Scottsdale to be better than it is in St. Petersburg.
• Public transit is less readily available in Scottsdale.