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Cost to move from New York, NY to Denver, CO
About 1,953 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $5,200–$8,190 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 | $2,080–$3,280 | $2,330–$3,730 | $2,610–$4,210 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $3,060–$4,820 | $3,560–$5,720 | $2,620–$4,240 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $5,200–$8,190 | $5,950–$9,540 | $2,630–$4,270 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $8,540–$13,500 | $9,790–$15,750 | $2,650–$4,330 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $11,600–$18,320 | $13,350–$21,470 | $2,670–$4,390 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,953 mi) | $3,920 | $6,170 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $450 | $580 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $450 | $760 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $380 | $690 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.81/h in New York vs. $22.25/h in Denver (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $6.03/gal (East Coast, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 6,295 people moved from New York to Colorado in one year, and 5,110 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $4,830–$7,620 |
| April | $5,200–$8,190 |
| July | $5,980–$9,420 |
| October | $5,200–$8,190 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from New York to Denver?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,953 road miles costs roughly $5,200–$8,190 with full-service movers in October, or $2,630–$4,270 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from New York to Denver?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.