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Heather Taylor
“I have lived in Ohio for 36 years, minus a brief three-year stint in Kentucky (thanks, parents). Born in Appalachian…”
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Relocating from Ohio to Colorado: Why So Many People Are Doing It
Trading the rolling hills of the Midwest for the Rocky Mountain skyline is an exciting prospect, but the differences between Ohio and Colorado run deeper than elevation. Ohio offers a slower, more affordable pace of life with dense suburban communities and four mild seasons, while Colorado brings outdoor adventure, a booming job market, and a cost of living that tends to catch newcomers off guard. The cultural shift alone, from Buckeye tailgates to ski weekends, can take some getting used to. Our Snappy Scout team (Heather & Heidi) broke down the costs, logistics, and lifestyle changes you should expect before packing the first box.
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The Moving Truck Drive from Ohio to CO: What to Plan For
Average distance
1,350miles
Typical route
I-70 W is the primary interstate highway connecting Ohio to Colorado, running nearly the entire route from the Ohio border through Indianapolis, St. Louis, Kansas City, and into Denver.
Popular moving routes (approx. driving distance):
Columbus, OH → Denver, CO
~1300 miles
Cleveland, OH → Denver, CO
~1400 miles
Cincinnati, OH → Denver, CO
~1350 miles
Columbus, OH → Colorado Springs, CO
~1350 miles
Toledo, OH → Denver, CO
~1450 miles
Should You Move From Ohio to Colorado Quiz
Take this 10 question quiz to find out if the move to Colorado from Ohio is the right call for your lifestyle and preferences.
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What kind of weather makes you happiest?
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The Unfiltered Cost of a Ohio to CO Relocation
Moving 1,350 miles from Ohio to Colorado will typically cost between $2,500.00 and $4,500.00 to hire full service movers. See the breakdown below by home size.
Expected Range
$2,500.00–$4,500.00
Expected Time
4–11days
Cost by home size
Studio
$1,270.00
1 Bedroom
$1,870.00
2 Bedrooms
$3,080.00
3 Bedrooms
$4,460.00
4 Bedrooms
$6,410.00
5+ Bedrooms
$7,120.00
| Home Size | Moving Cost | Volume (ft³) | $/ft³ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,270.00 | 300 | $4.23 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,870.00 | 450 | $4.16 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $3,080.00 | 750 | $4.11 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $4,460.00 | 1,100 | $4.05 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $6,410.00 | 1,600 | $4.01 |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $7,120.00 | 1,800 | $3.96 |
How we calculated these numbers: We reached out to the owners and operators of more than a dozen nationwide moving companies to figure out how they factor in mileage, weight, volume, timing, origin & termination locations, and approximate home sizes to determine a moving estimate. The results above are what the data nerds at Snappy Scout created based on that info.
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Is a Move from Ohio to CO Right for You?
Well, it depends. If you're a Yoga Instructor, Wall Street Exec, or Dog Momma, you'll thrive in your move to Colorado. But if you're more of a College Student, Binge Shopper, or DIYer, settling into your new home state may be a bit of a challenge. We scored a variety of different “personalities” on a 10-point scale to show you what to expect from a lifestyle perspective with a relocation from Ohio to Colorado.
Top 3 winners and losers moving from OH to CO
Yoga
Ohio
7
/10
Colorado
9.5
/10
Ohio
Giving up
Studios thrive near Scioto Mile and Edgewater sunrise flows
Colorado
Gaining
Mountain zen and Red Rocks Yoga sessions thrive.
Recommended CO cities/areas for Yoga Instructors
BoulderAspenTelluride
Ohio
7
/10
Colorado
9.5
/10
Wall Street Life
Ohio
3.5
/10
Colorado
5
/10
Ohio
Giving up
Nationwide and Huntington jobs, but few billion dollar deals and the finance scene tops out at regional banks
Colorado
Gaining
Finance jobs exist downtown but lack New York's intensity.
Recommended CO cities/areas for Wall Street Execs
Denver
Ohio
3.5
/10
Colorado
5
/10
Pet Friendly
Ohio
8
/10
Colorado
9
/10
Ohio
Giving up
Dog beach zoomies (Huntington Dog Beach is Lake Erie heaven), patio treats at Land Grant
Colorado
Gaining
Cherry Creek Trail and endless dog-friendly patios everywhere.
Recommended CO cities/areas for Dog Mommas
DenverBoulderFort Collins
Ohio
8
/10
Colorado
9
/10
University Life
Ohio
9.5
/10
Colorado
8
/10
Ohio
Giving up
OSU madness, OU fests, Miami traditions, late tacos (and Insomnia Cookies at 2am)
Colorado
Gaining
CU Buffs pride and CSU Rams spirit fuel campus life.
Recommended CO cities/areas for College Students
BoulderFort CollinsDenver
Ohio
9.5
/10
Colorado
8
/10
Shopping
Ohio
5.5
/10
Colorado
4.5
/10
Ohio
Giving up
Easton, Kenwood, Crocker Park tempt, wallet whimpers especially during tax-free weekend
Colorado
Gaining
Cherry Creek Shopping Center works but lacks major fashion capitals.
Recommended CO cities/areas for Binge Shoppers
Denver's Cherry Creek
Ohio
5.5
/10
Colorado
4.5
/10
DIYers
Ohio
8.5
/10
Colorado
7.5
/10
Ohio
Giving up
Columbus Idea Foundry, Dayton Carillon workshops spark makers and the rent on workshop space won't bankrupt you
Colorado
Gaining
Mountain cabin fixer-uppers and craft culture inspire projects.
Recommended CO cities/areas for DIYers
GoldenLongmont
Ohio
8.5
/10
Colorado
7.5
/10
Local Perspective
What moment, smell, or ritual captures the soul of Colorado?
It’s the first breath when I get back from traveling. Colorado air is thin and dry, but it somehow feels lighter and cleaner. Everywhere else feels heavier, and coming home makes it feel easier to breathe again.
– Heidi Lim
Colorado Local
Lifestyle differences between living in Ohio and living in Colorado
OhioColorado
How the Food Scene Stacks Up Between Ohio and CO
Eating Like a Local in Ohio
if you want to eat like a real Buckeye, you gotta get Cincinnati chili the right way. It’s this weird, thin, spiced-up meat sauce (cinnamon and allspice vibes, no beans in the base) served over spaghetti. Don’t call it “chili” like Texas stuff, we know it’s different. Tips on ordering it: 3-way: Spaghetti + chili + a mountain of shredded cheddar cheese.
4-way: Add onions or beans.
5-way: All of it, cheese, onions, and beans.
Always ask for oyster crackers on the side and hit it with hot sauce. And whatever you do, don’t put beans on first if you’re ordering a 4-way, locals will side-eye you hard.
Heather TaylorOhio Local ExpertEating Like a Local in Colorado
Order cautiously: Rocky Mountain Oysters are NOT oysters. They’re bull testicles. But they’re deep-fried, and let’s be honest, anything deep-fried has a fighting chance.
Heidi LimColorado Local ExpertColorado looking like
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The Full Tax Reality of Moving to CO from Ohio
Ohio
Colorado
OhiovsColorado
State Income Tax
State Income TaxGraduated, roughly 0 to 3.99%. Many cities levy 1 to 3%. Columbus is 2.5%, so budget accordingly if you work in the city
Flat 4.4% on all income
Ohio
Graduated, roughly 0 to 3.99%. Many cities levy 1 to 3%. Columbus is 2.5%, so budget accordingly if you work in the city
VS
Colorado
Flat 4.4% on all income
Property Taxes
Property TaxesHigher in Cuyahoga, Franklin, Hamilton, Delaware, lower in many Appalachian counties. Delaware County property taxes fund those top-rated schools everyone moves there for
Broomfield and Boulder areas higher, rural counties lower
Ohio
Higher in Cuyahoga, Franklin, Hamilton, Delaware, lower in many Appalachian counties. Delaware County property taxes fund those top-rated schools everyone moves there for
VS
Colorado
Broomfield and Boulder areas higher, rural counties lower
The Cultural, Political, & Religious Comparison Between Ohio and CO
Ohio
Colorado
OhiovsColorado
People
PeopleMidwestern nice, sports obsessed, weather tough, proudly local, big on neighborly favors. They'll help you shovel out after a snowstorm without being asked
Casual and low-key, friendly but hands-off, and deeply appreciative of sunshine and flexible plans
Ohio
Midwestern nice, sports obsessed, weather tough, proudly local, big on neighborly favors. They'll help you shovel out after a snowstorm without being asked
VS
Colorado
Casual and low-key, friendly but hands-off, and deeply appreciative of sunshine and flexible plans
Politics
Once swingy, trending red statewide, Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo reliably blue. But Athens and Oberlin punch way above their weight for progressive pockets
Purple turned blue, Front Range liberal, Western Slope conservative
Ohio
Once swingy, trending red statewide, Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, Toledo reliably blue. But Athens and Oberlin punch way above their weight for progressive pockets
VS
Colorado
Purple turned blue, Front Range liberal, Western Slope conservative
Religion
ReligionMostly Christian, Protestant and Catholic strong, notable Amish in Holmes and Geauga, where you can still buy furniture built without power tools, rising nones
Mostly Christian with large unaffiliated population, growing secular
Ohio
Mostly Christian, Protestant and Catholic strong, notable Amish in Holmes and Geauga, where you can still buy furniture built without power tools, rising nones
VS
Colorado
Mostly Christian with large unaffiliated population, growing secular
A Local's Take on the Seasons in Ohio and CO
SUMMER
Ohio
cornfield sauna vibes (sticky 90s in Cincinnati, lake breeze up north). Though Cleveland can hit 85 and feel like 95 with the humidity rolling off the lake
Colorado
crispy mornings, scorching afternoons (90s on the Front Range)
WINTER
Ohio
gray hoodie chill (Snowbelt gets lake effect wallops, southern Ohio mostly slush). Chardon and Ashtabula regularly bury under feet while Columbus gets a dusting
Colorado
bluebird perfection interrupted by arctic blasts (mountains stay frozen)
My Favorite Thing About Winter/Spring/Summer/Fall in Colorado
The transition from summer to fall is one of my favorite times of year. The leaves turn, the air cools just enough, and driving through the mountains for leaf peeping feels like a warm, cozy hug before winter settles in.
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