Aberdeen, SD → Anchorage, AK · Cross-country move
About 2,719 road miles heading northwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $8,370–$12,450, delivery in 7–14 days, 9 carriers on the Aberdeen side and 123 in Anchorage.
Moving from Aberdeen to Anchorage is a cross-country move of roughly 2,719 road miles, heading northwest from South Dakota to Alaska.
At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $8,370 to $12,450 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 7 to 14 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 47 hours (6 driving days).
On the Aberdeen side there are 9 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (9 of them authorized for interstate work), and 123 around Anchorage (34 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Anchorage.
Aberdeen has a population of about 28,000 and Anchorage about 287,155. Aberdeen is considerably denser (1,725 people per square mile versus 171), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Alaska is a higher-cost state than South Dakota, so budget a little more for destination-side help, deposits and first-month expenses.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $3,350 | $4,080 | $4,980 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $5,020 | $6,130 | $7,470 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $8,370 | $10,210 | $12,450 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $13,390 | $16,330 | $19,930 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $18,420 | $22,460 | $27,400 |
$3,840–$5,430
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$3,450–$5,070
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$8,370–$12,450
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Aberdeen, SD → Anchorage, AK. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
Legal name: Dial-A-Move INC
Legal name: Double Duty Portable Storage And Movers INC
Legal name: Greg G Milbrandt
Legal name: James G Pernsteiner
Legal name: Matson Navigation Company Of Alaska LLC
Typical full-service estimates for this route are $3,350 to $4,980 for a studio, $5,020 to $7,470 for a one-bedroom, $8,370 to $12,450 for a two-bedroom, $13,390 to $19,930 for a three-bedroom and $18,420 to $27,400 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 2,719 road miles (2,305 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 47 hours (6 driving days).
Expect a delivery window of 7 to 14 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.
Yes. Crossing from South Dakota into Alaska makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $3,840 to $5,430 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $3,450 to $5,070. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.
Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Aberdeen–Anchorage corridor.