Top Santa Clarita, CA to Aurora, CO Movers

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

1. Air 1 Moving & Storage: 4.8 out of 5 stars
2. Affordable Quality Moving and Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
3. Camelot Moving & Storage: 4.62 out of 5 stars
4. Precision Moving & Storage Corp.: 4.66 out of 5 stars
5. NorthStar Moving Company : 4.66 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from California to Colorado

Planning a move from California to Colorado? For a studio or one-bedroom, you'll likely pay between $1,506 and $5,816. If you have a two- or three-bedroom home, expect costs to fall somewhere between $3,276 and $7,993 for the same journey (CA to CO). Moving four or five bedrooms? Typical prices range from $5,187 to $9,616.

Cost of moving containers from California to Colorado

Moving containers from California to Colorado will cost you $1,106 to $2,621 for a small move. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,928 to $3,841. A four-bedroom move or bigger will cost $2,652 to $5,107. Learn more about PODS cost.

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

Cost of moving truck rentals from California to Colorado

Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option, but keep in mind you'll be handling all the loading, unloading, and driving yourself.

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck, expect to spend between $843 and $1,680. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $884 and $1,923. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $1,178 up to $2,338 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Aurora are 44% lower than in Santa Clarita, 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 40.8% lower than in Santa Clarita.
• Income in Aurora is 32.1% lower than in Santa Clarita, 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 53.0% higher than in Santa Clarita. 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 8.9% higher than in Santa Clarita.
• The unemployment rate in Aurora is 20.83% lower than in Santa Clarita.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Aurora, since the city's sales taxes in Aurora are 15.79% lower than in Santa Clarita.
• One perk of moving to Aurora is paying less in state income taxes, which are 58.72% lower than in Santa Clarita.

• The population of Aurora is about 69% greater than Santa Clarita, 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 Santa Clarita, based on public transportation ratings. Aurora has a transit score of 6 out of 10 compared to 5 in Santa Clarita. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Aurora means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Santa Clarita. Aurora is considered more walkable than Santa Clarita, with a score of 43 out of 100 versus 35 out of 100 in Santa Clarita. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• If cycling is your thing, Aurora is considered more bike-friendly than Santa Clarita 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 Santa Clarita is rated as 33 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Aurora is higher than in Santa Clarita, 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 35.92 in Santa Clarita. 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 Santa Clarita, whose index is 64.08. 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 Santa Clarita 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: Be sure to review your community or HOA guidelines before moving day to avoid any surprises or delays.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, make sure to find out how to reserve it ahead of your move.
• Truck parking permits: Many cities require special permits for parking large moving trucks. Check in advance to see if one is needed for your move.
• State licensing: The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (COPUC) regulates local and intrastate moving service providers in Colorado. Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Colorado moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Colorado doesn't require moving permits, but it's still a good idea to check local parking rules before your move-in day.
• Change of address: We suggest filing your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move. You'll be able to set your official move date, helping ensure your mail is forwarded correctly to Aurora. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry. 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: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

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

Once you're settled into your new home in Colorado, it's time to get out and discover what Aurora has to offer. No matter your interests, there's something for everyone here:

• 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.