Top Stockton, CA to Fort Collins, CO Movers

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1. MidCal Moving and Storage Company: 4.66 out of 5 stars
2. Grace Moving Company: 4.96 out of 5 stars
3. Pete's Moving Services: 4.66 out of 5 stars
4. All Star Movers & Storage: 4.96 out of 5 stars
5. Casey Moving Systems: 4.66 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 $1,441 and $6,128. For a two- or three-bedroom home, expect prices to fall between $3,389 and $8,169 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 $5,740 up to $10,092.

Cost of moving containers from California to Colorado

When you're heading from California to Colorado, and you're only moving a few items, you can expect to spend between $1,116 and $2,701. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $2,000 and $3,844. If you're packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $2,678 to $5,288. Want more details? Check out our complete PODS cost guide.

Explore the top budget-friendly moving container companies to make your move from California easier and more affordable.

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 $896 and $1,654. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $968 and $2,028. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $1,192 up to $2,470 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Fort Collins are 1% lower than in Stockton, which means you'll have more money in your pocket each month.
• The home prices in Fort Collins are 24.1% higher than in Stockton, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• You're likely to make a higher income living in Fort Collins, where incomes are, on average, 1.3% higher than in Stockton. Major employers in Fort Collins include Advanced Energy Industries, RIMROCK, and Woodward.
• 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 43.2% lower than in Stockton.
• 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 29.6% less than what it costs in Stockton.
• The unemployment rate in Fort Collins is 45.63% lower than in Stockton.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Fort Collins, since the city's sales taxes in Fort Collins are 16.11% lower than in Stockton.
• One perk of moving to Fort Collins is paying less in state income taxes, which are 58.72% lower than in Stockton.

• Fort Collins might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 47% less than Stockton.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Fort Collins will be about the same as it currently is in Stockton. The cities share a similar public transportation score, which means their transit systems are comparable in terms of how connected they are, how often they provide service, and how close they are to jobs, housing, retail and food stores, and other important locations.
• Fort Collins neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Stockton. Based on its score of 37 out of 100, Fort Collins isn't as walkable as Stockton, which has a score of 44 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 Stockton 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 Stockton is rated as 52 out of 100.
• Fort Collins has a lower crime rate than Stockton based on scores of 17.0 and Stockton's 75.2, 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 Stockton, based on Fort Collins's safety index of 72.86 versus 24.8 for Stockton. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Fort Collins and Stockton is generally the same (Good). 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: 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: It's a good idea to look into your HOA or community regulations before moving day arrives.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, it's a good idea to secure a reservation before your moving day.
• Truck parking permits: To avoid fines or delays, check whether a parking permit is needed for your moving truck.
• State licensing: The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (COPUC) regulates local and intrastate moving service providers in Colorado. Before booking, ensure the moving company is officially licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: To confirm a moving company's license in Colorado, visit the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: While Colorado doesn't mandate moving permits, checking local parking guidelines before your move-in day is still a good idea.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move to ensure your mail gets forwarded to Fort Collins without delay. You can select your official move date when completing the form. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state sets its own rules for what insurance moving companies need to maintain. 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 gives you the peace of mind that comes with being fully prepared.

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: You'll find museums and cultural hubs throughout Fort Collins, such as 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 — along with other locations, ideal for trails, cycling, or enjoying the fresh air.
• Sports: Experience the energy of a live game and back the home team at an Colorado State Rams (Mountain West) game.