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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Arizona to Idaho

Compare cost of living, taxes, housing, and find the best moving companies for your Arizona to Idaho move.

Quick Comparison

Leaving Arizona

Population7.2M
State Income Tax2.5%
Avg Home Price$410,000
Avg Rent$1,450/mo
Property Tax Rate0.62%
DESTINATION

Moving to Idaho

Population1.8M
State Income Tax5.8%
Avg Home Price$445,000
Avg Rent$1,250/mo
Property Tax Rate0.69%

Why Are People Moving from Arizona to Idaho?

The migration corridor between Arizona and Idaho is a popular interstate move. Thousands of households explore this route every year.

Cost of Living: Both states have a comparable cost of living.

Climate & Weather: Summers in Idaho average 88°F, compared to 106°F in Arizona. Winters in Idaho average 30°F, compared to 55°F in Arizona.

Jobs & Industry: Idaho's key industries include Technology, Agriculture, Food Processing, which attract professionals from Arizona's Technology and Aerospace sectors.

Cities in Idaho

Other Major Cities

Coeur d'Alene
Idaho Falls
Meridian
Nampa

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 992 miles between Arizona and Idaho:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,296
3–4 BR Home
$3,190

Estimates based on typical full-service interstate moves. Actual costs vary.

ArizonaIdaho Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Idaho driver's license within 90 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Idaho within 90 days.

Voter Registration

Update your voter registration to Idaho after establishing residency. You can typically register at your local DMV or online.

Vehicle Inspection

Idaho vehicle inspection requirement: Not required.

Things to Know About Idaho

  • One of the fastest-growing states in the US
  • No vehicle inspections required
  • Concealed carry without a permit is allowed

What's Different: Arizona vs Idaho

Taxes

Arizona Income Tax:2.5%
Idaho Income Tax:5.8%
Arizona Property Tax:0.62%
Idaho Property Tax:0.69%

Weather

Arizona Summer Avg:106°F
Idaho Summer Avg:88°F
Arizona Winter Avg:55°F
Idaho Winter Avg:30°F

Cost of Living

Arizona COL Index:103
Idaho COL Index:97
Arizona Avg Home Price:$410,000
Idaho Avg Home Price:$445,000
Arizona Avg Rent:$1,450/mo
Idaho Avg Rent:$1,250/mo

Ready to make the move to Idaho?

Get quotes from interstate carriers that regularly run routes between Arizona and Idaho.