Top Riverside, CA to Aurora, CO Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Aurora to Riverside guide.

1. Golden Eagle Moving, LLC: 4.86 out of 5 stars
2. Golden West Moving Systems, Inc.: 4.58 out of 5 stars
3. Trek Movers: 4.66 out of 5 stars
4. JFK Moving Company: 4.52 out of 5 stars
5. Terry Moving and Storage Inc.: 4.86 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from California to Colorado

Moving a studio or one-bedroom home from California to Colorado typically costs between $1,277 and $5,439. For a two- or three-bedroom home, expect prices to fall between $2,798 and $6,534 when moving from CA to CO. If you're tackling a large move (think four or five bedrooms) from California to Colorado, you're looking at costs ranging from $4,886 up to $9,332.

Cost of moving containers from California to Colorado

Moving from California to Colorado? For a small load, you'll likely pay between $963 and $2,210. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, costs usually range from $1,628 to $3,468. Got a big family or a four-plus bedroom house? Expect prices ranging anywhere from $2,217 up to $4,209. For detailed pricing info, take a look at our complete PODS cost guide.

Check out the most affordable moving container companies to help with your move from California.

Cost of moving truck rentals from California to Colorado

Renting a moving truck is typically the most budget-friendly choice, but remember, you'll be responsible for all the heavy lifting, packing, and driving on your own.

If you're moving from a studio or one-bedroom place with a rental truck, expect to pay between $756 and $1,462. For a two- or three-bedroom move, costs usually range from $826 to $1,590. If you're tackling a four-bedroom or bigger move, your rental truck will likely run between $956 and $2,054.

Estimated fuel costs are already factored into these quotes.

• Rent prices in Aurora are 19% lower than in Riverside, 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 Aurora.
  Home prices in Aurora are 25.8% lower than in Riverside.
• Income in Aurora is 6.1% lower than in Riverside, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Aurora — including Children's Hospital Colorado, Cherry Creek School District, and Aurora Public Schools — may pay more.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Aurora, since the cost of living for a single person in Aurora is 95.6% higher than in Riverside. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Aurora, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Aurora is 30.6% higher than in Riverside.
• The unemployment rate in Aurora is 7.04% higher than in Riverside.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Aurora, since the city's sales taxes in Aurora are 8.57% lower than in Riverside.
• One perk of moving to Aurora is paying less in state income taxes, which are 58.72% lower than in Riverside.

• The population of Aurora is about 22% greater than Riverside, 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.
• Aurora offers better access to buses and trains than Riverside, based on public transportation ratings. Aurora has a transit score of 6 out of 10 compared to 5 in Riverside. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• You'll find Aurora to be about as walkable as Riverside. The two cities have similar walkability scores of 43 and 43 respectively out of 100 in terms of how close housing is to businesses, recreational facilities, and jobs.
• If cycling is your thing, Aurora is considered more bike-friendly than Riverside in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Aurora has a bike-friendliness score of 53 out of 100, while Riverside is rated as 49 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Aurora is higher than in Riverside, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 59.05 in Aurora, it is 40.24 in Riverside. 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 Aurora. With a crime index of 40.95, Aurora ranks lower in overall safety than Riverside, whose index is 59.76. 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 Aurora and Riverside is generally the same (Moderate). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

• Weather: Summers range from mild to hot, with generally low humidity and frequent afternoon thunderstorms, and Aurora also averages about one dozen tornado warnings throughout tornado season, running from April–July. Although a touchdown does occur every couple of years, tornadoes are typically weak and short-lived,
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (COPUC) regulates local and intrastate moving service providers in Colorado. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Colorado moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Colorado does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state. We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move.
• Change of address: You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Aurora. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. 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: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you\'ve got everything covered.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Dayton Triangle
• Fitzsimons
• Eastridge Ptarmigan Park
• Sableridge
• Village East

Best neighborhoods for families

• Tallyn's Reach
• Prides Crossing
• Shenandoah
• Mission Viejo
• Eastridge Ptarmigan Park

Things to do in Aurora

After getting comfortable in your new Colorado home, it's time to see what Aurora is all about. Whether you're into food, art, nature, or nightlife — there's plenty to check out:

• Arts and culture: Aurora features a variety of museums and cultural arts centers, including the Aurora History Museum and Selfie@stanley.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Great Plains Park and Horseshoe Park — among other spots — perfect for hiking, biking, or simply soaking up the outdoors.
• Sports: Grab a seat and root for the home team during an FieldhouseUSA (Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Pickleball) and Spartan Youth Club (Tackle Football, Girls Flag Football, AA Baseball, AAA Baseball, Boy's Lacrosse, Coed Volleyball) game.