Top New Orleans, LA to Fort Collins, CO Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Fort Collins to New Orleans guide.

1. Atmosphere Movers: 4.66 out of 5 stars
2. Lee Moving & Storage, Inc.: 4.62 out of 5 stars
3. All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.58 out of 5 stars
4. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.48 out of 5 stars
5. Bellhop Moving: 4.2 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Louisiana to Colorado

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom home from Louisiana to Colorado, you can expect to spend between $1,571 and $6,207. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually range from $3,502 to $7,911 on the same route (LA to CO). Got a larger household? Moving a four- or five-bedroom home from Louisiana to Colorado typically runs between $6,455 and $11,272.

Cost of moving containers from Louisiana to Colorado

If you're moving from Louisiana to Colorado, expect to pay between $1,162 and $2,967 for a small load. For a home with two or three bedrooms, prices typically range from $2,056 up to $4,194. Larger moves of four bedrooms or more can run between $2,849 and $5,749. Check out our guide on PODS cost for more details.

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

Cost of moving truck rentals from Louisiana 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 $1,055 and $2,077. For two to three bedrooms, rates typically fall between $1,084 and $2,304. Relocating a four-bedroom (or bigger) home? You're likely looking at anywhere from $1,463 up to $2,928 for your rental truck.

These quotes include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices are the same in Fort Collins and New Orleans.
• The home prices in Fort Collins are 134.4% higher than in New Orleans, 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, 26.6% higher than in New Orleans. 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 31.7% lower than in New Orleans.
• 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 39.3% less than what it costs in New Orleans.
• The unemployment rate in Fort Collins is 49.09% lower than in New Orleans.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Fort Collins, since the city's sales taxes in Fort Collins are 24.50% lower than in New Orleans.
• State income taxes in Fort Collins are 29.18% higher than in New Orleans.

• Fort Collins might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 56% less than New Orleans.
• Getting around Fort Collins without a car might be more difficult than in New Orleans. Fort Collins has a public transportation score of 4 out of 10, whereas New Orleans 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 New Orleans. Based on its score of 37 out of 100, Fort Collins isn't as walkable as New Orleans, which has a score of 58 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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans is rated as 66 out of 100.
• Fort Collins has a lower crime rate than New Orleans based on scores of 17.0 and New Orleans's 67.31, 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 New Orleans, based on Fort Collins's safety index of 72.86 versus 32.69 for New Orleans. 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 New Orleans 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: 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.