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Cost to move from Chicago, IL to Miami, FL
About 1,430 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $4,090–$6,470 with full-service movers in October.
Sources: BLS wages, EIA fuel prices, U.S. CensusData updated 2026-11-04How we calculate →
Estimates by home size
| Home size | Typical weight | Full service | With packing | DIY truck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,640–$2,590 | $1,890–$3,040 | $1,930–$3,130 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,410–$3,790 | $2,910–$4,690 | $1,940–$3,160 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $4,090–$6,470 | $4,840–$7,820 | $1,950–$3,190 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $6,740–$10,690 | $7,990–$12,940 | $1,970–$3,250 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $9,150–$14,480 | $10,900–$17,630 | $1,990–$3,310 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,430 mi) | $3,000 | $4,730 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.40/gal) | $350 | $450 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $420 | $710 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $320 | $570 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $19.50/h in Chicago vs. $18.55/h in Miami (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $6.40/gal (Midwest, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 27,109 people moved from Illinois to Florida in one year, and 19,100 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,800–$6,010 |
| April | $4,090–$6,470 |
| July | $4,700–$7,440 |
| October | $4,090–$6,470 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Chicago to Miami?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,430 road miles costs roughly $4,090–$6,470 with full-service movers in October, or $1,950–$3,190 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Chicago to Miami?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.