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Cost to move from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago, IL
About 1,742 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $4,830–$7,600 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 | $1,930–$3,040 | $2,180–$3,490 | $2,330–$3,770 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,850–$4,470 | $3,350–$5,370 | $2,340–$3,800 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $4,830–$7,600 | $5,580–$8,950 | $2,350–$3,830 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $7,950–$12,530 | $9,200–$14,780 | $2,370–$3,890 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $10,790–$17,000 | $12,540–$20,150 | $2,390–$3,950 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,742 mi) | $3,550 | $5,590 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $7.27/gal) | $490 | $620 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $460 | $790 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $330 | $600 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $21.61/h in Phoenix vs. $19.50/h in Chicago (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $7.27/gal (West Coast (excl. California), EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 4,417 people moved from Arizona to Illinois in one year, and 9,030 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $4,500–$7,070 |
| April | $4,830–$7,600 |
| July | $5,560–$8,740 |
| October | $4,830–$7,600 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Phoenix to Chicago?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,742 road miles costs roughly $4,830–$7,600 with full-service movers in October, or $2,350–$3,830 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Phoenix to Chicago?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.