Moving from Saint George, UT to Tempe, AZ
About 316 miles across a state line, from Utah 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 Saint George, UT to Tempe, AZ covers about 316 miles and is an interstate move. Full-service movers cost $1,422 – $1,896 for a two-bedroom home in our model, delivered in 1 to 3 days. About 366 people a year move between the two counties (Census).
The route
A short interstate haul: 316 miles, about 6 hours of driving. Long enough to be priced on weight, short enough that most carriers run it on a dedicated truck rather than pooling your goods with other shipments — a two-bedroom home typically runs $1,422 – $1,896. That means a tight delivery date and far less handling.
- Move type
- Interstate move
- Driving
- about 6 hours
- Usually moves on
- a dedicated truck
- Book ahead
- 2 to 4 weeks
Cost of moving from Saint George to Tempe
| Home size | Full-service movers | Moving container | Freight trailer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,067 – $1,422 | $768 – $1,024 | $512 – $683 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,280 – $1,706 | $921 – $1,229 | $614 – $819 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,422 – $1,896 | $1,024 – $1,365 | $683 – $910 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,635 – $2,180 | $1,177 – $1,570 | $785 – $1,047 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,849 – $2,465 | $1,331 – $1,775 | $887 – $1,183 |
| 5+ bedrooms | $2,133 – $2,844 | $1,536 – $2,048 | $1,024 – $1,365 |
Transport only, for an estimated 316 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, Saint George to Tempe
316 miles × 2.0 (two-bedroom size multiplier) × $2.50 (full-service rate) = $1,580. The range runs 10% under that to 20% over: $1,422 to $1,896, 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 Saint George to Tempe
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates that about 366 people a year (±207) moved from Washington County, UT, home to Saint George, to Maricopa County, AZ, home to Tempe. Going the other way: about 384 people a year (±416). Movers from Washington County make up 0.2% 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 7,366 people a year (±2,624) moving from Utah to Arizona and about 9,643 people a year (±2,547) from Arizona to Utah — a net gain for Utah of about 2,277 people a year.
| County | People a year |
|---|---|
| Salt Lake County, UT | 1,528 ±462 |
| Utah County, UT | 1,272 ±425 |
| Iron County, UT | 735 ±420 |
| Clark County, NV | 557 ±240 |
| Maricopa County, AZ | 366 ±207 |
| 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 Saint George (11 counting those licensed only inside Utah). 2 of them had a roadside inspection in the last 24 months, and 25.0% of their 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Bens Moving and Storage LLCUSDOT 3721445 | Saint George · 2 mi | 6 trucks | 3 | 33.3% of 3 |
| Dixie Moving & StorageUSDOT 1828474 | Washington · 7 mi | 5 trucks | 1 | 0.0% of 1 |
| A&S Quality Moving CoUSDOT 3512727 | Saint George · 2 mi | 2 trucks | 0 | — |
| Majesty MovingUSDOT 3350911 | Saint George · 2 mi | 1 truck | 0 | — |
| Limitless Moving LLCUSDOT 3508968 | Saint George · 2 mi | 1 truck | 0 | — |
| Red Rock Moving CompanyUSDOT 3918793 | Saint George · 5 mi | 1 truck | 0 | — |
How these figures are calculated
At the Tempe end
For a local crew after delivery, the largest licensed carriers within 30 miles of Tempe: Dircks Moving & Logistics (Phoenix, 24 trucks), Muscular Moving Men LLC (Phoenix, 22 trucks), Camelback Moving Inc (Phoenix, 20 trucks), Just-In Time Moving (Mesa, 20 trucks).
Rules that apply to this move
Because the truck crosses from Utah 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 Saint George to Tempe
Ask whether it is hourly or flat
At 316 miles some carriers still quote hourly plus mileage rather than by weight. Get both numbers so you can compare like with like — hourly can win on a short haul with easy access at both ends.
Confirm it is a one-day run
Most carriers cover this distance in a single day, which avoids an overnight charge and a second crew. If a quote assumes two days, ask why.
Arriving in Tempe
A local move inside Tempe 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 Tempe are Mesa (about 7 mi), Scottsdale (about 9 mi), Chandler (about 10 mi).
Other routes from Saint George
All routes from Saint George, nearest first.
| Route | Distance | 2-bedroom, movers |
|---|---|---|
| Saint George to North Las Vegas, NV | ~116 mi | $522 – $696 |
| Saint George to Provo, UT | ~281 mi | $1,265 – $1,686 |
| Saint George to Phoenix, AZ | ~309 mi | $1,391 – $1,854 |
| Saint George to Salt Lake City, UT | ~315 mi | $1,418 – $1,890 |
| Saint George to Mesa, AZ | ~317 mi | $1,427 – $1,902 |
| Saint George to Gilbert, AZ | ~327 mi | $1,472 – $1,962 |
| Saint George to San Bernardino, CA | ~339 mi | $1,526 – $2,034 |
| Saint George to Ogden, UT | ~349 mi | $1,571 – $2,094 |
Also moving to Tempe: from Sacramento, CA, from Sioux Falls, SD.
Saint George to Tempe moving FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Saint George to Tempe?
From our published model, full-service movers over about 316 miles cost about $1,067 – $1,422 for a studio, $1,422 – $1,896 for a two-bedroom home and $1,635 – $2,180 for a three-bedroom home, transport only; packing, storage and specialty items are extra.
How long does a move from Saint George to Tempe take?
The drive is about 6 hours, but the move usually takes 1 to 3 days because it moves on a dedicated truck, because the corridor is too short to be worth consolidating. Ask for the delivery window in writing. Book ahead: 2 to 4 weeks, 4 to 6 in summer.
What is the cheapest way to move from Saint George to Tempe?
Loading a freight trailer yourself: about $683 – $910 for a two-bedroom home, against $1,422 – $1,896 with full-service movers; a moving container is $1,024 – $1,365.
Do I need an interstate-licensed mover for Saint George to Tempe?
Yes. Saint George is in Utah and Tempe 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 Saint George hold it.
How many people move from Saint George to Tempe each year?
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2016–2020) estimates about 366 people a year (margin of error ±207) moved from Washington County, which contains Saint George, to Maricopa County, which contains Tempe.
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.