In Illinois, most move projects cost between $200 and $2,500 per job, with a typical price near $800. Local labour, permits and materials move the final price, so treat the range below as a planning guide.
Typical move cost
$200 – $2,500
per job · typical $800
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Move cost breakdown
- Local move (under 50 mi)$200 – $1,500typical $600
- Long-distance move (500 mi)$1,500 – $5,000typical $2,500
- DIY truck rental$100 – $800typical $300
At a glance
- Typical range$200 – $2,500
- Unitper job
- Cities covered50
What Moving costs
Costs cover labor, truck, fuel, and insurance for local or long-distance moves. Local moves are typically hourly, while long-distance is per weight and distance. Additional fees may apply for packing, stairs, or bulky items.
By city in Illinois
- Addison
- Alton
- Arlington Heights
- Belleville
- Berwyn
- Bolingbrook
- Buffalo Grove
- Calumet City
- Carbondale
- Carol Stream
- Carpentersville
- Champaign
- Chicago
- Cicero
- Crystal Lake
- DeKalb
- Decatur
- Des Plaines
- Downers Grove
- Elgin
- Elmhurst
- Evanston
- Glenview
- Hanover Park
- Hoffman Estates
- Joliet
- Kankakee
- Lombard
- Moline
- Mount Prospect
- Naperville
- Normal
- Oak Lawn
- Oak Park
- Orland Park
- Palatine
- Park Ridge
- Peoria
- Rock Island
- Rockford
- Romeoville
- Round Lake Beach
- Schaumburg
- Skokie
- Springfield
- Streamwood
- Tinley Park
- Urbana
- Waukegan
- Wheaton
Frequently asked questions
How much does a local move cost?
Local moves typically cost $200-$1500 depending on hours and crew size. Most pay around $600 for a 2-3 person crew for a few hours.
What drives the cost?
Distance, weight, number of movers, time, packing supplies, and extra services like stair carries or disassembly. Peak season (summer) also raises prices.
How can I save money?
Declutter before moving, pack yourself, get multiple quotes, move mid-week or off-season, and use a moving container instead of full service.