Moving Cost Calculator / Chicago to Tampa
Cost of Moving from Chicago to Tampa
A typical 2-bedroom move from Chicago to Tampa (about 1,156 miles) runs $2,400 – $3,600 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.
24,410 people moved from Illinois to Florida in 2024 (Census ACS). Florida gained 68,163 net domestic migrants in 2024.
Cost by home size
| Home size | Estimated range |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,200 – $1,700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,700 – $2,500 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,400 – $3,600 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,300 – $4,900 |
| 4 Bedroom | $4,300 – $6,300 |
| House | $3,900 – $5,700 |
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 $3,100 – $4,600, while the same move in December drops to about $1,900 – $2,800. If your dates are flexible, aim for late fall or winter.
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