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Cost to move from St. Louis, MO to Chicago, IL
About 315 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $1,890–$3,100 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 | $760–$1,240 | $1,010–$1,690 | $800–$1,230 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,090–$1,770 | $1,590–$2,670 | $810–$1,260 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $1,890–$3,100 | $2,640–$4,450 | $820–$1,290 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $3,240–$5,320 | $4,490–$7,570 | $840–$1,350 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $4,320–$7,090 | $6,070–$10,240 | $860–$1,410 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 315 mi) | $1,050 | $1,670 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.40/gal) | $80 | $100 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $430 | $730 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $330 | $600 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.09/h in St. Louis vs. $19.50/h in Chicago (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 14,982 people moved from Missouri to Illinois in one year, and 15,326 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,760–$2,880 |
| April | $1,890–$3,100 |
| July | $2,180–$3,560 |
| October | $1,890–$3,100 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from St. Louis to Chicago?
A 2-bedroom move of about 315 road miles costs roughly $1,890–$3,100 with full-service movers in October, or $820–$1,290 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from St. Louis to Chicago?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.