Moving Cost Calculator / Chicago to Denver
Cost of Moving from Chicago to Denver
A typical 2-bedroom move from Chicago to Denver (about 1,056 miles) runs $2,400 – $3,500 with a professional full-service mover. Estimates are calibrated against BLS Consumer Price Index data, HUD Fair Market Rents, and Census migration flows — they are pricing models, not quotes.
Cost by home size
| Home size | Estimated range |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,100 – $1,700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,600 – $2,400 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,400 – $3,500 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,300 – $4,800 |
| 4 Bedroom | $4,200 – $6,200 |
| House | $3,800 – $5,600 |
Timing matters
Moving in peak season (May–August) costs roughly 28% more than the annual average — a July move for a 2-bedroom runs about $3,000 – $4,500, while the same move in December drops to about $1,900 – $2,700. If your dates are flexible, aim for late fall or winter.
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