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Cost to move from Houston, TX to Denver, CO
About 1,054 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,360–$5,360 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 | $1,340–$2,140 | $1,590–$2,590 | $1,440–$2,360 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,960–$3,120 | $2,460–$4,020 | $1,450–$2,390 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,360–$5,360 | $4,110–$6,710 | $1,460–$2,420 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $5,580–$8,930 | $6,830–$11,180 | $1,480–$2,480 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $7,540–$12,060 | $9,290–$15,210 | $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 $5.91/gal) | $240 | $310 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $390 | $670 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $380 | $690 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $18.27/h in Houston vs. $22.25/h in Denver (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $5.91/gal (Gulf Coast, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 32,150 people moved from Texas to Colorado in one year, and 25,369 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,120–$4,980 |
| April | $3,360–$5,360 |
| July | $3,860–$6,160 |
| October | $3,360–$5,360 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Houston to Denver?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,054 road miles costs roughly $3,360–$5,360 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 Houston to Denver?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.