($1,544) Movers From Washington DC, MD to Denver, CO

What to know before moving from Washington DC to Denver

• Rent prices in Denver are 21% lower than in Washington DC.
• Home prices in Denver are 8.4% lower than in Washington DC.
• Income in Denver is 15.6% lower than in Washington DC.
• The cost of living for a single person in Denver is 9.8% lower than in Washington DC.
• The cost of living for a family in Denver is 9.9% lower than in Washington DC.
• The unemployment rate in Denver is 1.43% higher than in Washington DC.
• Sales taxes in Denver are 52.50% higher than in Washington DC.
• State income taxes in Denver are 4.52% lower than in Washington DC.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,705.06 in Denver to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Washington DC.

How life is different in Washington DC vs. Denver

• Denver's population is about 1% greater than Washington DC.
• Denver's public transportation has a score of 8 out of 10 versus Washington DC's lower score of 9.
• Denver is more walkable than Washington DC with a score of 95 out of 100 vs Washington DC's 77 out of 100.
• With a score of 96 out of 100, Denver is more bike-friendly than Washington DC, which has a score of 70 out of 100. The higher a city's score, the more suited they are to safely accommodating cyclists.
• Denver's crime rate is lower than Washington DC with a score of 47.84 compared to Washington DC's 60.37. This means that Denver neighborhoods are safer than 47.84% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Washington DC neighborhoods are safer than 60.37%.
• Denver is considered to be safer than Washington DC with a safety index of 52.16 vs Washington DC's 39.63.
• Air quality in Denver is moderate, and in Washington DC it's good.

Other things to consider for your Washington DC vs. Denver move

• Weather: Denver has four distinct seasons and receives most of its precipitation from April through August. Due to its inland location on the High Plains, at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, the region can be subject to sudden changes in weather.
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: The Colorado Public Utilities Commission (COPUC) regulates local and intrastate moving service providers in Colorado. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Colorado moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Colorado does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move. You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Denver. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. 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 will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Denver

Now that you've decided to make the move to "Mile-High City", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Denver.

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