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Cost to move from Denver, CO to Houston, TX
About 1,054 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,400–$5,410 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 | $1,360–$2,160 | $1,610–$2,610 | $1,440–$2,360 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,990–$3,150 | $2,490–$4,050 | $1,450–$2,390 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,400–$5,410 | $4,150–$6,760 | $1,460–$2,420 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $5,650–$9,020 | $6,900–$11,270 | $1,480–$2,480 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $7,630–$12,170 | $9,380–$15,320 | $1,500–$2,540 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,054 mi) | $2,340 | $3,700 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.45/gal) | $260 | $330 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $480 | $810 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $310 | $560 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $22.25/h in Denver vs. $18.27/h in Houston (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 | $3,160–$5,030 |
| April | $3,400–$5,410 |
| July | $3,910–$6,220 |
| October | $3,400–$5,410 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Denver to Houston?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,054 road miles costs roughly $3,400–$5,410 with full-service movers in October, or $1,460–$2,420 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Denver to Houston?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.