Top San Jose, CA to Fort Collins, CO Movers

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1. All Reasons Moving & Storage: 4.72 out of 5 stars
2. Trek Movers: 4.66 out of 5 stars
3. Vector Moving and Storage: 4.66 out of 5 stars
4. Lunardi Moving: 4.66 out of 5 stars
5. Pure Moving Company: 4.62 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from California to Colorado

Hiring movers for a studio apartment or one-bedroom home from California to Colorado will cost between $1,465 and $6,256. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home from CA to CO will range from $3,373 to $7,747, and a large move from California to Colorado will cost from $5,613 to $10,158.

Cost of moving containers from California to Colorado

If you're moving from California to Colorado, expect to pay between $1,136 and $2,725 for a small load. For a home with two or three bedrooms, prices typically range from $1,933 up to $4,122. Larger moves of four bedrooms or more can run between $2,700 and $5,621. Check out our guide on PODS cost for more details.

Check out the most affordable moving container companies for your move from California.

Cost of moving truck rentals from California to Colorado

A moving rental truck is generally the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor.

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $961 to $1,833. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $998 to $2,243, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from California to Colorado costs around $1,357 to $2,683.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• Rent prices in Fort Collins are 44% lower than in San Jose, 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 Fort Collins.
  Home prices in Fort Collins are 62.6% lower than in San Jose.
• Income in Fort Collins is 22.4% lower than in San Jose, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Fort Collins — including Advanced Energy Industries, RIMROCK, and Woodward — may pay more.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Fort Collins. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 41.8% lower than in San Jose.
• A move to Fort Collins can help cut down on a family's routine expenses, including utilities, transportation, and groceries. The cost of living for a family of four is 42.6% less than what it costs in San Jose.
• The unemployment rate in Fort Collins is 15.15% lower than in San Jose.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Fort Collins, since the city's sales taxes in Fort Collins are 19.51% lower than in San Jose.
• One perk of moving to Fort Collins is paying less in state income taxes, which are 58.72% lower than in San Jose.

• Fort Collins might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 83% less than San Jose.
• Getting around Fort Collins without a car might be more difficult than in San Jose. Fort Collins has a public transportation score of 4 out of 10, whereas San Jose is ranked 7. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Fort Collins neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as San Jose. Based on its score of 37 out of 100, Fort Collins isn't as walkable as San Jose, which has a score of 51 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• If cycling is your thing, Fort Collins is considered more bike-friendly than San Jose in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Fort Collins has a bike-friendliness score of 78 out of 100, while San Jose is rated as 62 out of 100.
• Fort Collins has a lower crime rate than San Jose based on scores of 17.0 and San Jose's 47.73, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Fort Collins than in San Jose, based on Fort Collins's safety index of 72.86 versus 52.27 for San Jose. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• You can breathe easy knowing that Fort Collins has better air quality than in San Jose. Fort Collins has Good air quality, compared to moderate in San Jose. Ratings of good to moderate mean very low risk of health concerns, although people with conditions like asthma or allergies could be affected. Beyond the moderate rating, health concerns increase for some or all residents.

• Weather: August, June and September are the best months to move in Fort Collins, while December and January are the least comfortable months. Summers in Fort Collins can be mild to hot. Winters can be relatively tolerable as well.
• 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 Fort Collins 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

• Old Town
• City Park
• Ram's Village
• Harmony Crossing

Best neighborhoods for families

• Old Town
• City Park
• Huntington Hills
• Harmony Crossing

Things to do in Fort Collins

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

• Arts and culture: Fort Collins is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the Totally 80's Pizza & Museum, Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures, Museum of Art Fort Collins, and Center for Fine Art Photography.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Cache La Poudre River, Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, Annual Flower Trial Garden, and Spring Canyon Community 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 State Rams (Mountain West) game.