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Moving from Pennsylvania to Arizona

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

Quick Comparison

Leaving Pennsylvania

Population13.0M
State Income Tax3.07%
Avg Home Price$270,000
Avg Rent$1,200/mo
Property Tax Rate1.58%
DESTINATION

Moving to Arizona

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

Why Are People Moving from Pennsylvania to Arizona?

The migration corridor between Pennsylvania and Arizona is a popular interstate move. Pennsylvania has been experiencing net outflow while Arizona continues to attract new residents.

Cost of Living: Both states have a comparable cost of living. Housing in Arizona costs about $140,000 more on average, so budget accordingly.

Climate & Weather: Summers in Arizona average 106°F, compared to 82°F in Pennsylvania. Winters in Arizona average 55°F, compared to 30°F in Pennsylvania.

Jobs & Industry: Arizona's key industries include Technology, Aerospace, Tourism, which attract professionals from Pennsylvania's Healthcare and Education sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

2701 mi
49.1h drive
Philadelphia, PA
Phoenix, AZ
via I-40 West
2671 mi
48.6h drive
Philadelphia, PA
Tucson, AZ
via I-40 West
2686 mi
48.8h drive
Philadelphia, PA
Mesa, AZ
via I-40 West
2690 mi
48.9h drive
Philadelphia, PA
Scottsdale, AZ
via I-40 West
2373 mi
43.1h drive
Pittsburgh, PA
Phoenix, AZ
via I-90 West
2346 mi
42.7h drive
Pittsburgh, PA
Tucson, AZ
via I-90 West
2357 mi
42.9h drive
Pittsburgh, PA
Mesa, AZ
via I-90 West
2361 mi
42.9h drive
Pittsburgh, PA
Scottsdale, AZ
via I-90 West

Cities in Pennsylvania

Philadelphia

Population1.6M
Median Home Price$250,000

Pittsburgh

Population303K
Median Home Price$210,000

Other Major Cities

Allentown
Erie
Harrisburg

Cities in Arizona

Phoenix

Population1.6M
Median Home Price$380,000

Tucson

Population543K
Median Home Price$290,000

Mesa

Population504K
Median Home Price$380,000

Scottsdale

Population241K
Median Home Price$700,000

Other Major Cities

Flagstaff

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 2523 miles between Pennsylvania and Arizona:

Studio / 1 BR
$2,062
3–4 BR Home
$5,028

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

Pennsylvania → Arizona Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Arizona driver's license within 30 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Arizona within 15 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

Arizona vehicle inspection requirement: Emissions only in metro areas.

Things to Know About Arizona

  • • Most of the state does not observe Daylight Saving Time
  • • You must carry proof of insurance at all times
  • • Dust storms (haboobs) require pulling over and turning off lights

What's Different: Pennsylvania vs Arizona

Taxes

Pennsylvania Income Tax:3.07%
Arizona Income Tax:2.5%
Pennsylvania Property Tax:1.58%
Arizona Property Tax:0.62%

Weather

Pennsylvania Summer Avg:82°F
Arizona Summer Avg:106°F
Pennsylvania Winter Avg:30°F
Arizona Winter Avg:55°F

Cost of Living

Pennsylvania COL Index:100
Arizona COL Index:103
Pennsylvania Avg Home Price:$270,000
Arizona Avg Home Price:$410,000
Pennsylvania Avg Rent:$1,200/mo
Arizona Avg Rent:$1,450/mo

Ready to make the move to Arizona?

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