Top Gilbert, AZ to Colorado Springs, CO Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Colorado Springs to Gilbert guide.

1. Gilbert Moving & Storage: 5.0 out of 5 stars
2. Moving Team Six LLC: 4.96 out of 5 stars
3. Camelback Moving: 4.9 out of 5 stars
4. Mentors Moving & Storage: 4.86 out of 5 stars
5. All Service Moving: 4.8 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Arizona to Colorado

If you're packing up a studio or one-bedroom to move from Arizona to Colorado, you can expect prices to land between $1,526 and $5,110. For a two- or three-bedroom space, your costs will usually range from $2,773 to $6,996 for the trip from AZ to CO. If you're moving a large four- or five-bedroom home, you're likely looking at a price tag between $5,135 and $9,306.

Cost of moving containers from Arizona to Colorado

Moving containers from Arizona to Colorado will cost you $962 to $2,219 for a small move. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,663 to $3,471. A four-bedroom move or bigger will cost $2,277 to $4,134. Learn more about PODS cost.

Here are the cheapest moving container companies when moving out of Arizona.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Arizona to Colorado

Looking to save money? Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option. Just keep in mind that you'll handle all the lifting, packing, and driving yourself.

If you're moving out of a studio or one-bedroom and renting a truck, plan to spend between $715 and $1,309. For two- or three-bedroom moves, prices typically land between $744 and $1,539. Dealing with a four-bedroom-plus home? Expect rental truck costs to be somewhere between $940 and $1,830.

These cost ranges already include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Colorado Springs are 20% lower than in Gilbert, which means you'll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you'll be able to get more for your money in Colorado Springs.
  Home prices in Colorado Springs are 21.3% lower than in Gilbert.
• You're likely to make a higher income living in Colorado Springs, where incomes are, on average, 22.6% higher than in Gilbert. Major employers in Colorado Springs include XAware, Vectrus, and Young Life.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Colorado Springs, since the cost of living for a single person in Colorado Springs is 10.9% higher than in Gilbert. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Colorado Springs, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Colorado Springs is 19.3% higher than in Gilbert.
• The unemployment rate in Colorado Springs is 51.11% higher than in Gilbert.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Colorado Springs, since its sales taxes are 5.13% higher than what you are paying in Gilbert.
• State income taxes in Colorado Springs are 119.60% higher than in Gilbert.

• The population of Colorado Springs is about 79% greater than Gilbert, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Colorado Springs offers better access to buses and trains than Gilbert, based on public transportation ratings. Colorado Springs has a transit score of 3 out of 10 compared to 2 in Gilbert. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Colorado Springs means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Gilbert. Colorado Springs is considered more walkable than Gilbert, with a score of 36 out of 100 versus 29 out of 100 in Gilbert. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• You probably won't see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Colorado Springs, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Gilbert. While Gilbert has a bike-friendliness score of 53 out of 100, Colorado Springs earned a 45. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• The crime rate in Colorado Springs is higher than in Gilbert, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 41.94 in Colorado Springs, it is 14.77 in Gilbert. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city's crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you're getting used to your new surroundings in Colorado Springs. With a crime index of 58.06, Colorado Springs ranks lower in overall safety than Gilbert, whose index is 85.23. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• The air quality in Colorado Springs isn't as good as it is in Gilbert, so you may want to take precautions if you suffer from conditions like allergies or asthma. Colorado Springs has an air quality rating of Moderate, and Gilbert is considered to be good. Cities with good to moderate air quality may have varying levels of minor potential for health risks for certain people. Beyond the moderate rating, those health risks increase in severity and the amount of residents affected.

• Weather: Colorado Springs has a cooler, dry-winter and its location just east of the Rocky Mountains affords it the rapid warming influence from chinook winds during winter but also subjects it to drastic day-to-day variability in weather conditions. Winters range from mild to moderately cold. Dry weather generally prevails, but brief afternoon thunderstorms are common, especially in July and August when the city receives the majority of its annual rainfall.
• HOA rules: To keep things running smoothly, make sure you're familiar with any HOA or community moving policies before the big day.
• Elevator reservation: Make sure to arrange elevator access in advance if your building requires reservations for moving.
• Truck parking permits: Make sure to look into local parking regulations—some areas require permits for large moving trucks.
• State licensing: The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (COPUC) regulates local and intrastate moving service providers in Colorado. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Colorado moving company's license by visiting the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: You won't need a moving permit in Colorado, though it's smart to double-check any local parking restrictions ahead of your move.
• Change of address: To avoid missing any mail, we recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least a week before your move. You can choose your official move date to make sure everything gets forwarded properly to Colorado Springs Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations. Choose Released Value Protection for its cost-free advantage, provided by movers with minimal coverage. Under this option, the mover's responsibility is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. For instance, if your mover lost or damaged a valuable item, you would only receive compensation based on this limited valuation. If you seek comprehensive coverage for your items' full value, discuss alternative options with the moving company you're hiring or explore third-party insurance providers.
• Moving checklist: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Briargate
• East Colorado Springs
• Northeast Colorado Springs
• Powers
• Southeast Colorado Springs

Best neighborhoods for families

• Briargate
• Northgate
• Old North End
• Powers
• Rockrimmon

Things to do in Colorado Springs

After settling into your new Colorado home, you'll want to branch out and explore your new city. Luckily, Colorado Springs has lots to offer, no matter what you're interested in:

• Arts and culture: Colorado Springs is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the National Museum of World War II Aviation, Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum, Penrose Heritage Museum, Peterson Air & Space Museum, and Western Museum of Mining and Industry.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Garden of the Gods, Red Rock Canyon, North Cheyenne Cañon Park and Starsmore Discovery Center, and Fox Run Regional Park — among other sites — are great places to hike, ride bikes, or just enjoy nature.'
• Sports: Catch a live game and cheer on the home team at an Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC (USL Championship) and Rocky Mountain Vibes (Pioneer League) game.