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Cost to move from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA
About 996 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,320–$5,290 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 | $1,330–$2,120 | $1,580–$2,570 | $1,370–$2,240 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,930–$3,080 | $2,430–$3,980 | $1,380–$2,270 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,320–$5,290 | $4,070–$6,640 | $1,390–$2,300 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $5,530–$8,860 | $6,780–$11,110 | $1,410–$2,360 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $7,460–$11,940 | $9,210–$15,090 | $1,430–$2,420 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 996 mi) | $2,240 | $3,540 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.45/gal) | $250 | $320 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $480 | $810 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $350 | $630 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $22.25/h in Denver vs. $20.38/h in Los Angeles (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 14,784 people moved from Colorado to California in one year, and 26,148 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,080–$4,920 |
| April | $3,320–$5,290 |
| July | $3,810–$6,090 |
| October | $3,320–$5,290 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Denver to Los Angeles?
A 2-bedroom move of about 996 road miles costs roughly $3,320–$5,290 with full-service movers in October, or $1,390–$2,300 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Denver to Los Angeles?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.