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Cost to move from Denver, CO to Dallas, TX
About 795 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $2,880–$4,620 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 | $1,150–$1,850 | $1,400–$2,300 | $1,110–$1,820 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,680–$2,680 | $2,180–$3,580 | $1,120–$1,850 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $2,880–$4,620 | $3,630–$5,970 | $1,130–$1,880 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $4,830–$7,760 | $6,080–$10,010 | $1,150–$1,940 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $6,500–$10,440 | $8,250–$13,590 | $1,170–$2,000 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 795 mi) | $1,890 | $2,990 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.45/gal) | $200 | $250 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $480 | $810 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $320 | $570 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $22.25/h in Denver vs. $18.52/h in Dallas (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $6.45/gal (Rocky Mountain, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 25,369 people moved from Colorado to Texas in one year, and 32,150 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $2,680–$4,300 |
| April | $2,880–$4,620 |
| July | $3,320–$5,310 |
| October | $2,880–$4,620 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Denver to Dallas?
A 2-bedroom move of about 795 road miles costs roughly $2,880–$4,620 with full-service movers in October, or $1,130–$1,880 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Denver to Dallas?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.