Top Garland, TX to Colorado Springs, CO Movers

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1. Fantastic Moves: 4.72 out of 5 stars
2. Firehouse Movers Inc.: 4.9 out of 5 stars
3. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.72 out of 5 stars
4. Am Moving Company LLC: 4.72 out of 5 stars
5. AB Moving: 4.66 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Texas to Colorado

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom home from Texas to Colorado, you can expect to spend between $1,419 and $5,044. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually range from $2,968 to $7,320 on the same route (TX to CO). Got a larger household? Moving a four- or five-bedroom home from Texas to Colorado typically runs between $4,837 and $9,981.

Cost of moving containers from Texas to Colorado

If you're moving from Texas to Colorado, expect to pay between $894 and $2,348 for a small load. For a home with two or three bedrooms, prices typically range from $1,695 up to $3,422. Larger moves of four bedrooms or more can run between $2,315 and $4,066. Check out our guide on PODS cost for more details.

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

Cost of moving truck rentals from Texas to Colorado

Renting a moving truck typically costs the least, but you'll be responsible for both the heavy lifting and all the driving.

Expect to pay between $664 and $1,210 to move a studio or one-bedroom apartment with a rental truck. For a two- or three-bedroom move, prices usually range from $710 to $1,524. If you're relocating a four-bedroom (or larger) home, you'll likely spend anywhere from $914 to $1,777.

These estimates factor in the average cost of fuel.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Colorado Springs, since prices are typically 11% higher than in Garland.
• The home prices in Colorado Springs are 53.0% higher than in Garland, 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 Colorado Springs, where incomes are, on average, 16.0% higher than in Garland. Major employers in Colorado Springs include XAware, Vectrus, and Young Life.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Colorado Springs, since the cost of living for a single person in Colorado Springs is 8.9% higher than in Garland. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• A move to Colorado Springs 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 9.2% less than what it costs in Garland.
• The unemployment rate in Colorado Springs is 4.62% higher than in Garland.
• Sales taxes are the same in Colorado Springs and Garland.
• State income taxes in Colorado Springs are 5.49% higher than in Garland.

• The population of Colorado Springs is about 100% greater than Garland, 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.
• Getting around Colorado Springs without a car might be more difficult than in Garland. Colorado Springs has a public transportation score of 3 out of 10, whereas Garland is ranked 4. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Colorado Springs neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Garland. Based on its score of 36 out of 100, Colorado Springs isn't as walkable as Garland, which has a score of 40 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, Colorado Springs is considered more bike-friendly than Garland in terms of designated lanes and connectivity and how many residents opt to commute on two wheels rather than by car. Colorado Springs has a bike-friendliness score of 45 out of 100, while Garland is rated as 41 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Colorado Springs is higher than in Garland, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 41.94 in Colorado Springs, it is 37.13 in Garland. 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 Colorado Springs. With a crime index of 58.06, Colorado Springs ranks lower in overall safety than Garland, whose index is 62.87. 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 Colorado Springs isn't as good as it is in Garland, so you may want to take precautions if you suffer from conditions like allergies or asthma. Colorado Springs has an air quality rating of Moderate, and Garland is considered to be good. Cities with good to moderate air quality may have varying levels of minor potential for health risks for certain people. Beyond the moderate rating, those health risks increase in severity and the amount of residents affected.

• Weather: Colorado Springs has a cooler, dry-winter and its location just east of the Rocky Mountains affords it the rapid warming influence from chinook winds during winter but also subjects it to drastic day-to-day variability in weather conditions. Winters range from mild to moderately cold. Dry weather generally prevails, but brief afternoon thunderstorms are common, especially in July and August when the city receives the majority of its annual rainfall.
• 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 Colorado Springs 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

• Briargate
• East Colorado Springs
• Northeast Colorado Springs
• Powers
• Southeast Colorado Springs

Best neighborhoods for families

• Briargate
• Northgate
• Old North End
• Powers
• Rockrimmon

Things to do in Colorado Springs

After getting comfortable in your new Colorado home, it's time to see what Colorado Springs is all about. Whether you're into food, art, nature, or nightlife — there's plenty to check out:

• Arts and culture: Colorado Springs is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the National Museum of World War II Aviation, Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum, Penrose Heritage Museum, Peterson Air & Space Museum, and Western Museum of Mining and Industry.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Garden of the Gods, Red Rock Canyon, North Cheyenne Cañon Park and Starsmore Discovery Center, and Fox Run Regional 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 Springs Switchbacks FC (USL Championship) and Rocky Mountain Vibes (Pioneer League) game.