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Cost to move from Miami, FL to Chicago, IL
About 1,430 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $4,070–$6,430 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 | $1,630–$2,570 | $1,880–$3,020 | $1,930–$3,130 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,390–$3,780 | $2,890–$4,680 | $1,940–$3,160 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $4,070–$6,430 | $4,820–$7,780 | $1,950–$3,190 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $6,700–$10,640 | $7,950–$12,890 | $1,970–$3,250 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $9,090–$14,410 | $10,840–$17,560 | $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 $6.03/gal) | $330 | $420 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $400 | $680 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $330 | $600 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $18.55/h in Miami vs. $19.50/h in Chicago (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $6.03/gal (East Coast, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 19,100 people moved from Florida to Illinois in one year, and 27,109 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,780–$5,980 |
| April | $4,070–$6,430 |
| July | $4,680–$7,400 |
| October | $4,070–$6,430 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Miami to Chicago?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,430 road miles costs roughly $4,070–$6,430 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 Miami to Chicago?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.