Best Arlington to Tempe Movers

How Much Do Arlington to Tempe Movers Cost?

Moving 1,035 miles from Arlington, TX to Tempe, AZ will typically cost between $2,500 and $6,500 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 Tempe that already have a booked job heading from Tempe to Arlington. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Tempe from Arlington entirely empty. If you can find a Tempe moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Arlington to Tempe moving option

Hire local Arlington 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 Tempe movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Arlington to Tempe 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 Arlington to Tempe 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 Arlington, TX to Tempe, AZ long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Arlington to Tempe moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 35 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Arlington and Tempe areas.

From these 35 companies, we analyzed a total of 17,881 reviews dating all the way back to May 2008.

We also reviewed a total of 18 state and federal moving licenses from these 35 companies and 190 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~17,000 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 4,389 Arlington to Tempe 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 King Moving Company).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.65/10 avg (Arlington & Tempe combined) from 10,789 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.43/10 avg (Arlington & Tempe combined) from 4,063 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.81/10 avg (Arlington & Tempe combined) from 2,362 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.81/10 avg (Arlington & Tempe combined) from 4,143 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.77/10 avg (Arlington & Tempe combined) from 1,601 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.86/10 avg (Arlington & Tempe combined) from 5,015 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.24/10 avg (Arlington & Tempe combined) from 6,424 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.41/10 avg (Arlington & Tempe combined) from 10,874 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.49/10 avg (Arlington & Tempe combined) from 6,477 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.54/10 avg (Arlington & Tempe combined) from 1,364 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.17/10 avg (Arlington & Tempe combined) from 5,648 reviews

From Arlington to Tempe: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Downtown Arlington in Arlington & Mill Avenue District in Tempe are both known for their bustling nightlife & restaurants
• Arlington's Viridian neighborhood & Tempe's Tempe Town Lake both share a planned community with waterfront & parks
• If you're moving from North Arlington, check out Wells Park in the Tempe area for the historic midcentury homes & tree-lined streets
• Do you enjoy South Arlington's affordable single-family homes and suburban feel? You're sure to love Broadmor
• Move from East Arlington to University District and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: college-centric apartments & students
• West Arlington & Riverview are both known for their mixed residential & industrial, older bungalows
• Arlington's Dalworth Park neighborhood & Tempe's Wells Park neighborhood both have quiet, tree-lined streets & varied home types
• If you're moving from University District, look into University District for the student housing & campus proximity

Pros and Cons of Moving from Arlington to Tempe

ConsArlington, TX

• High summer heat
• Limited nightlife
• Fewer parks
• Lower tech job concentration

ProsTempe, AZ

• Milder winters
• Vibrant nightlife
• More outdoor activities
• Higher tech job concentration

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Tempe, AZ

• Higher cost of living
• Less community feel
• Far from major cities
• Fewer major sports teams

Arlington, TX

• Affordable living
• Close-knit community
• Proximity to Dallas
• Strong sports culture

Pros of moving from Arlington to Tempe

• Say goodbye to high summer heat and hello to milder winters
• Look forward to moving away from limited nightlife and moving to Tempe with vibrant nightlife
• Swap the fewer parks of Arlington for more outdoor activities in Tempe
• Get ready for a higher tech job concentration in Tempe

Cons of moving from Arlington to Tempe

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from affordable living in Arlington to live with a higher cost of living in Tempe
• You'll lose out on the pro of a close-knit community and have to settle with the con of less community feel
• Time to bid farewell to proximity to Dallas and get used to being far from major cities in Tempe
• Swap a strong sports culture for fewer major sports teams

Arlington vs. Tempe: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Arlington to Tempe, you will be trading the iconic Texas brisket of Arlington for the equally delicious Sonoran hot dog of Tempe. And while the locals in Arlington rave about their flavorful chicken fried steak and sumptuous tacos, Tempe residents know they have tasty carne asada and tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the BBQ jackfruit they've grown to love, they can get ready for the vegan burrito of Tempe. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Arlington eateries like J. Gilligan's Bar & Grill, Prince Lebanese Grill, and Candlelite Inn. After the boxes are unpacked in Tempe, don't wait too long before making your way to Tempe's acclaimed eateries like House of Tricks, Cornish Pasty Co., and Casey Moore's Oyster House.

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

Discover Tempe Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Tempe is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Arlington favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Restaurant 506 at The Sanford House, Piccolo Mondo Italian Restaurant, and Babe's Chicken Dinner House in Arlington, we're sure you'll love House of Tricks, Marcellino Ristorante, and Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles in Tempe. See our Tempe restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Arlington hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Jamaica Gates Caribbean Cuisine, head to The Breadfruit & Rum Bar on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Arlington and Tempe

• The Traditional and Ranch architecture that Arlington is known for will be replaced with the Modern and Southwestern architecture typical of Tempe.
• Compared to Arlington's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and proximity to sports venues, Tempe real estate listings often highlight features like access to outdoor activities and community pools.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Tempe is more walkable than Arlington.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Tempe is more bike-friendly than Arlington.
• Tempe has more of an urban feel than Arlington.
• Tempe housing costs are 51% more expensive than they are in Arlington, with a median home price of $484,930 compared to Arlington’s $320,330.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Tempe have increased by 62% compared to a 53% increase in Arlington.
• Rent in Tempe is 8.88% more expensive than in Arlington.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Tempe, AZ

1. Downtown Tempe : You will love the many parks and outdoor spaces where your pet can roam and socialize freely.
2. Maple-Ash : You and your pet can enjoy the shaded, pet-friendly walking paths and numerous pet-friendly cafes.
3. Mitchell Park : With its large green spaces and pet-welcoming community events, your furry friends will feel right at home.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Arlington and Tempe

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Arlington to Tempe. Tempe gets 28% more sunshine days than Arlington.
• Tempe has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Arlington.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and hail in Arlington, but be on the lookout for potential heatwaves and dust storms in Tempe.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Tempe is 9 degrees warmer than in Arlington.
• The average winter lows are 7 degrees warmer than they are in Arlington.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Tempe. Tempe receives 31 fewer inches of rain compared to Arlington.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Arlington and Tempe

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Tempe tend to earn about 15% more than those in Arlington
• The COLI in Tempe is 2% higher than what you are used to living in Arlington
• Bummer... By moving from TX to AZ, you'll now have a state income tax of up to 4.50%
• The affluence in Tempe is moderately high compared to moderate affluence in Arlington
• The poverty level is low in Tempe compared to moderate poverty in Arlington
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Arlington and moderate in Tempe

Political and Religious Climate in Arlington vs. Tempe

• Arlington tends to lean Conservative in its political climate
• Tempe, on the other hand, is often described as lean Liberal
• Tempe's religious environment can be described as more religiously diverse
• Arlington's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as a Christian majority

Arlington vs. Tempe Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Woohoo! Expect to spend about 22% less time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Tempe compared to your Arlington daily drive. That's an annual savings of 3,120 minutes freely earned!
• You can expect traffic in Tempe to be better than it is in Arlington.
• Public transit is more readily available in Tempe.