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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Arizona to New Jersey

Compare cost of living, taxes, housing, and find the best moving companies for your Arizona to New Jersey 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 New Jersey

Population9.3M
State Income Tax1.4%-10.75%
Avg Home Price$470,000
Avg Rent$1,700/mo
Property Tax Rate2.49%

Why Are People Moving from Arizona to New Jersey?

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

Cost of Living: The cost of living in New Jersey is higher than Arizona, but many movers find the tradeoffs worthwhile. Housing in New Jersey costs about $60,000 more on average, so budget accordingly.

Climate & Weather: Summers in New Jersey average 84°F, compared to 106°F in Arizona. Winters in New Jersey average 32°F, compared to 55°F in Arizona.

Jobs & Industry: New Jersey's key industries include Pharmaceuticals, Finance, Technology, which attract professionals from Arizona's Technology and Aerospace sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

No specific city-to-city routes are currently listed for this state pair. Check back soon or explore our Route Directory.

Cities in New Jersey

Elizabeth
Jersey City
Newark
Paterson
Trenton

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1000 miles between Arizona and New Jersey:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,300
3–4 BR Home
$3,200

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

ArizonaNew Jersey Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a New Jersey driver's license within 60 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in New Jersey within 60 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

New Jersey vehicle inspection requirement: Required every 2 years.

Things to Know About New Jersey

  • Full-service gas only—you cannot pump your own gas
  • Property taxes are the highest in the nation
  • Jughandles are used instead of left turns on many roads

What's Different: Arizona vs New Jersey

Taxes

Arizona Income Tax:2.5%
New Jersey Income Tax:1.4%-10.75%
Arizona Property Tax:0.62%
New Jersey Property Tax:2.49%

Weather

Arizona Summer Avg:106°F
New Jersey Summer Avg:84°F
Arizona Winter Avg:55°F
New Jersey Winter Avg:32°F

Cost of Living

Arizona COL Index:103
New Jersey COL Index:125
Arizona Avg Home Price:$410,000
New Jersey Avg Home Price:$470,000
Arizona Avg Rent:$1,450/mo
New Jersey Avg Rent:$1,700/mo

Ready to make the move to New Jersey?

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