Top Laredo, TX to Colorado Springs, CO Movers

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1. Wee-Move Moving Company: 3.96 out of 5 stars
2. Bellhop Moving: 4.8 out of 5 stars
3. Flex Moving & Storage: 4.52 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Texas to Colorado

Hiring movers for a studio apartment or one-bedroom home from Texas to Colorado will cost between $1,439 and $5,962. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home from TX to CO will range from $3,063 to $7,548, and a large move from Texas to Colorado will cost from $5,373 to $10,013.

Cost of moving containers from Texas to Colorado

Moving containers from Texas to Colorado will cost you $1,054 to $2,417 for a small move. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,855 to $3,647. A four-bedroom move or bigger will cost $2,574 to $4,933. Learn more about PODS cost.

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

Cost of moving truck rentals from Texas 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 $837 to $1,569. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $827 to $1,829, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from Texas to Colorado costs around $1,079 to $2,181.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Colorado Springs, since prices are typically 45% higher than in Laredo.
• The home prices in Colorado Springs are 113.7% higher than in Laredo, 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, 34.2% higher than in Laredo. 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 75.3% higher than in Laredo. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Colorado Springs, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Colorado Springs is 87.6% higher than in Laredo.
• The unemployment rate in Colorado Springs is 13.92% lower than in Laredo.
• Sales taxes are the same in Colorado Springs and Laredo.
• State income taxes in Colorado Springs are 5.49% higher than in Laredo.

• The population of Colorado Springs is about 88% greater than Laredo, 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 Laredo. Colorado Springs has a public transportation score of 3 out of 10, whereas Laredo is ranked 4. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• You'll find Colorado Springs to be about as walkable as Laredo. The two cities have similar walkability scores of 36 and 37 respectively out of 100 in terms of how close housing is to businesses, recreational facilities, and jobs.
• If cycling is your thing, Colorado Springs is considered more bike-friendly than Laredo 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 Laredo is rated as 40 out of 100.
• The crime rate in Colorado Springs is higher than in Laredo, 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 36.23 in Laredo. 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 Laredo, whose index is 63.77. 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 Laredo, 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 Laredo 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: 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 Colorado Springs. 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

• 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

Now that you've made the move to Colorado it's the perfect time to explore Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs, such as 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 — 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 Springs Switchbacks FC (USL Championship) and Rocky Mountain Vibes (Pioneer League) game.