Moving Cost Calculator / Chicago to Dallas
Cost of Moving from Chicago to Dallas
A typical 2-bedroom move from Chicago to Dallas (about 925 miles) runs $2,300 – $3,300 with a professional full-service mover. Estimates are calibrated against BLS Consumer Price Index data, HUD Fair Market Rents, and Census migration flows — they are pricing models, not quotes.
23,509 people moved from Illinois to Texas in 2024 (Census ACS). Texas gained 72,579 net domestic migrants in 2024.
Cost by home size
| Home size | Estimated range |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,100 – $1,600 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,600 – $2,300 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,300 – $3,300 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,100 – $4,600 |
| 4 Bedroom | $4,100 – $6,000 |
| House | $3,600 – $5,400 |
Timing matters
Moving in peak season (May–August) costs roughly 28% more than the annual average — a July move for a 2-bedroom runs about $2,900 – $4,300, while the same move in December drops to about $1,800 – $2,600. If your dates are flexible, aim for late fall or winter.
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