Top Kansas City, MO to Fort Collins, CO Movers

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1. Moving Proz: 4.8 out of 5 stars
2. All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.76 out of 5 stars
3. A Friend With A Truck Movers: 4.72 out of 5 stars
4. Mike Hammer Moving: 4.8 out of 5 stars
5. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.62 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Missouri to Colorado

If you're packing up a studio or one-bedroom to move from Missouri to Colorado, you can expect prices to land between $1,398 and $4,624. For a two- or three-bedroom space, your costs will usually range from $2,710 to $6,555 for the trip from MO to CO. If you're moving a large four- or five-bedroom home, you're likely looking at a price tag between $4,715 and $9,293.

Cost of moving containers from Missouri to Colorado

When you're heading from Missouri to Colorado, and you're only moving a few items, you can expect to spend between $884 and $2,223. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually fall between $1,689 and $3,045. If you're packing up a large home with four or more bedrooms, the cost can range from $2,064 to $4,317. Want more details? Check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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

Cost of moving truck rentals from Missouri 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 $629 to $1,178. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $653 to $1,330, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from Missouri to Colorado costs around $790 to $1,691.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Fort Collins, since prices are typically 35% higher than in Kansas City.
• The home prices in Fort Collins are 132.7% higher than in Kansas City, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• Income is the same in Fort Collins and Kansas City.
• 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 13.5% lower than in Kansas City.
• 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 24.6% less than what it costs in Kansas City.
• The unemployment rate in Fort Collins is 5.66% higher than in Kansas City.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Fort Collins, since the city's sales taxes in Fort Collins are 10.12% lower than in Kansas City.
• State income taxes in Fort Collins are 14.38% higher than in Kansas City.

• Fort Collins might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 67% less than Kansas City.
• Your access to buses, shuttles, trams, or trains in Fort Collins will be about the same as it currently is in Kansas City. 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.
• You'll find Fort Collins to be about as walkable as Kansas City. The two cities have similar walkability scores of 37 and 35 respectively out of 100 in terms of how close housing is to businesses, recreational facilities, and jobs.
• If cycling is your thing, Fort Collins is considered more bike-friendly than Kansas City 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 Kansas City is rated as 35 out of 100.
• Fort Collins has a lower crime rate than Kansas City based on scores of 17.0 and Kansas City's 58.4, 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 Kansas City, based on Fort Collins's safety index of 72.86 versus 42.6 for Kansas City. 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 Kansas City 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: 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 Fort Collins. 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

• 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

Now that you've made the move to Colorado it's the perfect time to explore Fort Collins From local hotspots to hidden gems, there's something to enjoy for every lifestyle:

• 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.