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Cost to move from Chicago, IL to Denver, CO
About 1,102 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,500–$5,570 with full-service movers in October.
Sources: BLS wages, EIA fuel prices, U.S. CensusData updated 2026-11-04How we calculate →
Estimates by home size
| Home size | Typical weight | Full service | With packing | DIY truck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,400–$2,230 | $1,650–$2,680 | $1,500–$2,460 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,050–$3,250 | $2,550–$4,150 | $1,510–$2,490 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,500–$5,570 | $4,250–$6,920 | $1,520–$2,520 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $5,810–$9,290 | $7,060–$11,540 | $1,540–$2,580 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $7,860–$12,540 | $9,610–$15,690 | $1,560–$2,640 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,102 mi) | $2,430 | $3,830 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.40/gal) | $270 | $350 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $420 | $710 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $380 | $690 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $19.50/h in Chicago vs. $22.25/h in Denver (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $6.40/gal (Midwest, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 8,941 people moved from Illinois to Colorado in one year, and 5,827 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,250–$5,180 |
| April | $3,500–$5,570 |
| July | $4,020–$6,410 |
| October | $3,500–$5,570 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Chicago to Denver?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,102 road miles costs roughly $3,500–$5,570 with full-service movers in October, or $1,520–$2,520 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Chicago to Denver?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.