Moving from Oxnard, CA to Gilbert, AZ
About 505 miles across a state line, from California into Arizona, so the federal interstate rules apply from the first quote.
Distance estimated from city coordinates; the calculator measures your exact route. Prices from our published model, not quotes.
In short
Moving from Oxnard, CA to Gilbert, AZ covers about 505 miles and is an interstate move. Full-service movers cost $2,273 – $3,030 for a two-bedroom home in our model, delivered in 3 to 7 days. About 948 people a year move between the two counties (Census).
The route
At 505 miles between California and Arizona, this sits in the range where carriers differ most. Some run it dedicated with a firm date; others consolidate it with other shipments and quote a window of 3 to 7 days. The price gap between those two is real — a two-bedroom home runs $2,273 – $3,030 full-service — so ask which one you are buying.
- Move type
- Interstate move
- Driving
- about 9 hours
- Usually moves on
- either a dedicated truck or a consolidated load
- Book ahead
- 4 to 6 weeks
Cost of moving from Oxnard to Gilbert
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,704 – $2,273 | $1,227 – $1,636 | $818 – $1,091 |
| 1 bedroom | $2,045 – $2,727 | $1,473 – $1,963 | $982 – $1,309 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,273 – $3,030 | $1,636 – $2,182 | $1,091 – $1,454 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,613 – $3,485 | $1,882 – $2,509 | $1,254 – $1,673 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,954 – $3,939 | $2,127 – $2,836 | $1,418 – $1,891 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $3,409 – $4,545 | $2,454 – $3,272 | $1,636 – $2,182 |
Transport only, for an estimated 505 miles, from our published model: distance × home-size factor × service rate, shown as −10% to +20% around the base figure. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items sit on top. How we price it.
Worked example: a two-bedroom home, Oxnard to Gilbert
505 miles × 2.0 (two-bedroom size multiplier) × $2.50 (full-service rate) = $2,525. The range runs 10% under that to 20% over: $2,273 to $3,030, transport only. Every parameter is on the methodology page; moving cost per mile explains why the rate falls with distance.
How many people move from Oxnard to Gilbert
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates that about 948 people a year (±279) moved from Ventura County, CA, home to Oxnard, to Maricopa County, AZ, home to Gilbert. Going the other way: about 122 people a year (±66). Movers from Ventura County make up 0.5% of the 189,397 people a year who moved into Maricopa County from another county or state.
At state level, the 2024 survey counts about 52,383 people a year (±6,890) moving from California to Arizona and about 28,174 people a year (±4,463) from Arizona to California — a net gain for Arizona of about 24,209 people a year.
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles County, CA | 6,625 ±810 |
| Santa Barbara County, CA | 1,670 ±622 |
| Clark County, NV | 1,060 ±402 |
| San Bernardino County, CA | 964 ±476 |
| Maricopa County, AZ | 948 ±279 |
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Pinal County, AZ | 11,423 ±1,245 |
| Los Angeles County, CA | 8,614 ±1,297 |
| Pima County, AZ | 6,565 ±949 |
| San Diego County, CA | 5,206 ±1,126 |
| Coconino County, AZ | 5,198 ±805 |
Licensed movers at each end
6 household-goods carriers with interstate authority are based within 30 miles of Oxnard (26 counting those licensed only inside California). 3 of them had a roadside inspection in the last 24 months, and 16.7% of their 12 vehicle inspections ended with a truck put out of service. The largest by registered fleet:
| Carrier | Based in | Size | Inspections, 24 mo | Vehicle out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twentyfour7 MsiUSDOT 1821147 | Carpinteria · 24 mi | 2 trucks | 0 | — |
| Freedom Moving CompanyUSDOT 3607487 | Simi Valey · 25 mi | 2 trucks | 0 | — |
| Pleasant RelocationUSDOT 2526974 | Agoura · 26 mi | 2 trucks | 6 | 0.0% of 4 |
| Attention to Detail Moving IncUSDOT 2631957 | Camarillo · 12 mi | 1 truck | 6 | 33.3% of 6 |
| Let's Get Moving Thousand OaksUSDOT 4408072 | Simi Valley · 25 mi | 1 truck | 0 | — |
| Rd Moving LLCUSDOT 3622990 | Piru · 30 mi | 1 truck | 2 | 0.0% of 2 |
How these figures are calculated
At the Gilbert end
For a local crew after delivery, the largest licensed carriers within 30 miles of Gilbert: Dircks Moving & Logistics (Phoenix, 24 trucks), Muscular Moving Men LLC (Phoenix, 22 trucks), Just-In Time Moving (Mesa, 20 trucks), Camelback Moving Inc (Phoenix, 20 trucks).
Rules that apply to this move
Because the truck crosses from California into Arizona, 49 CFR Part 375 applies: a written estimate before loading, no more than 110% of a non-binding estimate collected at delivery, and full-value protection unless you choose released value in writing. See binding vs non-binding estimates and valuation explained.
Before you book Oxnard to Gilbert
Ask: dedicated or consolidated?
This is the distance where carriers split. A dedicated truck costs more and delivers on a date; a consolidated load costs less and delivers in a window. Decide which you are buying before you compare prices.
Get it binding or not-to-exceed
A non-binding estimate is a guess with no ceiling. On 505 miles the gap between a guess and a weighed load is measured in four figures.
Arriving in Gilbert
A local move inside Gilbert later — across town, out of temporary housing — is billed by the hour: about $515 – $845 for a two-bedroom home and $867 – $1,560 for three bedrooms. The nearest cities we cover from Gilbert are Chandler (about 8 mi), Mesa (about 10 mi), Tempe (about 14 mi).
Other routes from Oxnard
All routes from Oxnard, nearest first.
| Route | Distance | 2-bedroom, movers |
|---|---|---|
| Oxnard to Los Angeles, CA | ~65 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Oxnard to Bakersfield, CA | ~94 mi | $515 – $859 |
| Oxnard to Anaheim, CA | ~101 mi | $455 – $606 |
| Oxnard to Fontana, CA | ~117 mi | $527 – $702 |
| Oxnard to Moreno Valley, CA | ~135 mi | $608 – $810 |
| Oxnard to San Diego, CA | ~182 mi | $819 – $1,092 |
| Oxnard to San Jose, CA | ~308 mi | $1,386 – $1,848 |
| Oxnard to Las Vegas, NV | ~311 mi | $1,400 – $1,866 |
Also moving to Gilbert: from Saint George, UT, from Las Cruces, NM, from Reno, NV, from Stockton, CA.
Oxnard to Gilbert moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Oxnard to Gilbert?
From our published model, full-service movers over about 505 miles cost about $1,704 – $2,273 for a studio, $2,273 – $3,030 for a two-bedroom home and $2,613 – $3,485 for a three-bedroom home, transport only; packing, storage and specialty items are extra.
How long does a move from Oxnard to Gilbert take?
The drive is about 9 hours, but the move usually takes 3 to 7 days because it moves on either a dedicated truck or a consolidated load, depending on the carrier and the season. Ask for the delivery window in writing. Book ahead: 4 to 6 weeks, 6 to 8 in summer.
What is the cheapest way to move from Oxnard to Gilbert?
Loading a freight trailer yourself: about $1,091 – $1,454 for a two-bedroom home, against $2,273 – $3,030 with full-service movers; a moving container is $1,636 – $2,182.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Oxnard to Gilbert?
Yes. Oxnard is in California and Gilbert is in Arizona, so the carrier needs active FMCSA interstate authority (an MC number) as well as a USDOT number. 6 listed movers within 30 miles of Oxnard hold it.
How many people move from Oxnard to Gilbert each year?
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates about 948 people a year (margin of error ±279) moved from Ventura County, which contains Oxnard, to Maricopa County, which contains Gilbert.
Sources for this page
The published cost model; US Census Bureau ACS migration flows (± is the 90% margin of error); the FMCSA Motor Carrier Census and Safety Measurement System; 49 CFR Part 375. Data last refreshed September 24, 2026.