Moving from Austin, TX to Phoenix, AZ

Straight-line distance: 870 miles.

Home sizeEstimated cost
Studio / 1-bedroom$1,289 – $2,040
2-3 bedroom$3,086 – $4,829
4+ bedroom house$5,254 – $8,185

Estimates based on typical per-mile and per-room moving-industry rates; actual quotes vary by mover, season, and access. Not a quote from any specific company.

How Phoenix compares to Austin

Austin's median home value is $461,500 — 36% higher than Phoenix's $340,200.

Median household income is $86,556 in Austin versus $72,092 in Phoenix.

Typical rent runs $1,549 in Austin and $1,322 in Phoenix.

On housing costs, Phoenix, AZ looks more affordable than Austin, TX — lower median home value and rent. This reflects housing only, not total cost of living.

MetricAustin, TXPhoenix, AZ
Population958,2021,609,456
Median home value$461,500$340,200
Median household income$86,556$72,092
Median gross rent$1,549$1,322
Climate risk (FEMA)Relatively HighVery High

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index

Data last updated July 2026.