Moving from Chicago, IL to Denver, CO
Straight-line distance: 909 miles.
| Home size | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bedroom | $1,327 – $2,102 |
| 2-3 bedroom | $3,158 – $4,945 |
| 4+ bedroom house | $5,363 – $8,362 |
Estimates based on typical per-mile and per-room moving-industry rates; actual quotes vary by mover, season, and access. Not a quote from any specific company.
How Denver compares to Chicago
Chicago's median home value is $304,500 — 44% lower than Denver's $540,400.
Chicago's median household income runs $71,673, against $85,853 in Denver.
Median rent is $1,314 in Chicago, compared with $1,665 in Denver.
FEMA rates Chicago's natural-hazard risk higher than Denver's: Very High versus Relatively High.
Chicago, IL comes out ahead on housing affordability versus Denver, CO, with both a lower median home value and lower rent. Housing only — not the full cost-of-living picture.
| Metric | Chicago, IL | Denver, CO |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,721,914 | 710,800 |
| Median home value | $304,500 | $540,400 |
| Median household income | $71,673 | $85,853 |
| Median gross rent | $1,314 | $1,665 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Very High | Relatively High |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.