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Cost to move from Chicago, IL to Orlando, FL
About 1,183 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,600–$5,710 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 | $1,440–$2,280 | $1,690–$2,730 | $1,610–$2,620 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,110–$3,340 | $2,610–$4,240 | $1,620–$2,650 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,600–$5,710 | $4,350–$7,060 | $1,630–$2,680 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $5,950–$9,480 | $7,200–$11,730 | $1,650–$2,740 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $8,060–$12,820 | $9,810–$15,970 | $1,670–$2,800 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,183 mi) | $2,570 | $4,050 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.40/gal) | $290 | $370 | 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. $18.57/h in Orlando (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 | $3,350–$5,310 |
| April | $3,600–$5,710 |
| July | $4,140–$6,570 |
| October | $3,600–$5,710 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Chicago to Orlando?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,183 road miles costs roughly $3,600–$5,710 with full-service movers in October, or $1,630–$2,680 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Chicago to Orlando?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.