Moving from Chicago, IL, to Denver, CO

Establish yourself in a smaller city with unique vibes 

Moving 1,000 miles from Chicago, IL, to Denver, CO, means leaving a large city for a smaller one. The “Windy City” of Chicago has a city population of just over 2.7 million residents, with over 9.6 million in the metro. Denver is among the fastest-growing cities in the U.S., but the “Mile-High City” is significantly less populated than Chicago, with 716,000 in the city and around 3 million in the metro. 

Denver has a unique culture and countless opportunities for new residents, and it’s not just the high-altitude living! Keep reading to learn more about the adventure to come in Colorado. 

Enjoy more winter weather in Denver

Denver is the perfect place to live if you love snowy weather and everything it entails. Denver’s annual average of 60 inches of snowfall exceeds Chicago's average of 35 inches, and both cities have low temperatures around 19 degrees.  

Summer high temperatures are also similar in Denver and Chicago, with highs rarely exceeding 90 degrees. You will notice a dryer summer in Denver since annual rainfall tops out at around 17 inches, compared to around 40 inches in Chicago. 

Best places to visit

Denver has something for everyone, much like Chicago — just with a different vibe and stunning mountain views. 

Don’t miss these top attractions: 

  • Denver Art Museum 
  • Denver Botanic Gardens 
  • Denver Museum of Nature & Science 
  • Denver Zoo 
  • Downtown Aquarium 
  • Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater  

And if you’re up for a short drive, the Rocky Mountain National Park is just under two hours away! 

Life in Denver

Denver has low unemployment rates and salaries higher than the national average. The job market is also healthier than other metro areas of the same size. 

From employment in research with the University of Colorado Denver and the University of Denver to the public school system, education is one of the strongest job markets in the city. 

Healthcare, finance and telecommunications are also prominent in the area. And with over 17 million people visiting Denver each year, the hospitality sector is also a solid career field. 

Move to Colorado easily with U-Pack

U-Pack® is the easy way to move from Chicago to Dallas through our nationwide network of service centers. We have extensive experience to handle the driving, so you can focus on packing, loading and unloading.  

Request your free, no-obligation online quote today or call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to speak to a moving consultant. We’re here to help!