Moving in Arizona: Regulations, Rights & Costs
Everything you need before hiring a mover in Arizona — the regulator, how to verify a license, where to complain, your protections, and typical local move costs.
Who regulates movers in Arizona?
Arizona Department of Public Safety – Household Goods Enforcement (AZ DPS)
- License required (intrastate): No / minimal
- Deposit cap: No state license or deposit cap; Arizona does not proactively license intrastate movers. Consumers protected by hostage-load law only.
How to file a complaint in Arizona
Online: https://www.azdps.gov/node/103
Phone: 1-602-223-5000
Mail: Arizona Department of Public Safety, P.O. Box 6638, Phoenix, AZ 85005 (ATTN: Household Goods Enforcement)
For interstate moves, also use FMCSA (1-888-368-7238) and the DOT OIG (1-800-424-9071). Full guide.
Your consumer protections in Arizona
- Movers may not withhold or refuse to deliver household goods to enforce a lien on an intrastate move (hostage-load law)
- Advertisements must accurately disclose insurance, fees, and rates
- DPS Moving Hotline (602-223-5000 / 602-223-2212) assists with disputes
Key statutes & rules
- Arizona Revised Statutes §§ 44-1611 to 44-1615 (Household Goods Movers; unlawful moving practices)
- Prohibits hostage loads and misleading rate/insurance advertising
Arizona does not require a state mover license for intrastate moves. DPS enforces anti-fraud and hostage-load statutes; complaints also to AZ Attorney General.
Typical local move cost in Arizona
Local move estimate for West region (2 movers + truck, excludes packing/materials). Figures are model estimates, not quotes.
| Home size | Estimated range |
|---|---|
| Studio | $322 – $1,027 |
| 1 bed | $419 – $1,481 |
| 2 bed | $613 – $2,161 |
| 3 bed | $808 – $2,842 |
| 4 bed | $1,002 – $3,522 |
Estimates use the ReloFig model (BLS wages × regional × West factor). Always get three written quotes. Methodology.
Cities in Arizona
Sources: www.azdps.gov www.kold.com www.azleg.gov . ReloFig does not sell your information.