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Cost to move from New York, NY to Chicago, IL
About 853 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $2,970–$4,760 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 | $1,190–$1,900 | $1,440–$2,350 | $1,180–$1,940 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,730–$2,760 | $2,230–$3,660 | $1,190–$1,970 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $2,970–$4,760 | $3,720–$6,110 | $1,200–$2,000 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $4,960–$7,980 | $6,210–$10,230 | $1,220–$2,060 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $6,690–$10,740 | $8,440–$13,890 | $1,240–$2,120 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 853 mi) | $1,990 | $3,150 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $200 | $250 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $450 | $760 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $330 | $600 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.81/h in New York 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 8,394 people moved from New York to Illinois in one year, and 8,628 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $2,760–$4,430 |
| April | $2,970–$4,760 |
| July | $3,420–$5,470 |
| October | $2,970–$4,760 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from New York to Chicago?
A 2-bedroom move of about 853 road miles costs roughly $2,970–$4,760 with full-service movers in October, or $1,200–$2,000 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from New York to Chicago?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.