($1,137+) Chicago, IL to Paradise, NV Movers
Moving from Chicago, IL, to Paradise, NV, runs anywhere from $1,104 for a DIY rental-truck move of a small home up to $10,012 for full-service movers handling a larger 4 - 5 bedroom household. The two cities sit about 1,753 miles apart, and a move on this route usually takes 5 to 16 days door to door. Use our moving cost calculator to compare estimates and options for your specific move.
- Full-service moves for smaller spaces (studio apartments and 1-bedrooms) start around $2,309, while larger 4 - 5 bedroom relocations can reach $10,012 or more.
- Moving containers run $1,527 - $5,748, and renting a moving truck from Budget or U-Haul is the cheapest route at $1,104 - $3,002.
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars) is our top recommendation for a move from Chicago, IL, to Paradise, NV. They're known for transparent pricing, with 2-bedroom quotes starting around $3,202 on this route. They also throw in 30 days of free storage and have 24/7 customer support.
Compare moving options from Chicago, IL to Paradise, NV
There are 3 main ways to move from Chicago to Paradise: full-service movers, moving containers, and rental trucks. Full-service handles labor and transportation for you, with a 2-3 bedroom move on this route costing $3,202 - $7,318. Moving containers run about 30% less than full-service for the same home size, while rental trucks come in around 60% less, though both put loading on your shoulders. Plan on 5 to 16 days for this 1,753-mile route, depending on which option you go with.
Here is how full-service movers, moving containers, rental trucks, and freight trailers compare on the 1,753-mile route from Chicago to Paradise, broken down by home size:
- Studio / 1 bedroom: full-service $2,309 - $5,333, container $1,527 - $2,794, rental truck $1,104 - $1,978, freight trailer $1,472 - $2,674.
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: full-service $3,202 - $7,318, container $2,034 - $4,034, rental truck $1,172 - $2,503, freight trailer $1,610 - $3,293.
- 4+ bedrooms: full-service $6,084 - $10,012, container $2,833 - $5,748, rental truck $1,433 - $3,002, freight trailer $2,134 - $4,599.
Pricing reflects moveBuddha's monthly dataset of 1,500+ live quotes across our vetted mover network. Last updated September 16, 2026.
Full-service moving costs from Chicago, IL to Paradise, NV
Full-service movers for the 1,753-mile relocation from Chicago, Illinois, to Paradise, Nevada, cost between $2,309 and $10,012. With a long-distance moving company, loading, transportation, and unloading are all taken care of. If you want to skip packing boxes, too, that can be added for $324 - $2,160, depending on your home size. What you pay in the end is mainly a function of how much your shipment weighs and how far it's traveling. As a point of reference, local movers in Chicago typically charge a base rate around $220 plus $100 per hour, per mover.
Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Chicago to Paradise:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,309 - $5,333
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,202 - $7,318
- 4+ bedrooms: $6,084 - $10,012
Packing, storage, shuttle fees, and added coverage can stack on top of the base price. See the full add-ons and specialty services table below for what each runs from Chicago to Paradise.
The following are real quotes requested by moveBuddha readers in the past 90 days for moves from Illinois to Nevada. Prices are based on 1,500+ monthly pricing data points collected across our network of vetted movers and updated monthly.
Pro tip: Moving company rates climb during peak moving season (May –-September) when demand peaks. Scheduling your move outside of that window can lead to noticeably lower costs and better availability.
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Specialty moving services from Chicago, IL to Paradise, NV
Specialty needs vary by market — 93% of Chicago movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Paradise, 77% of movers offer the same service.
| Service | When you need it | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Full packing | Full crew packing99% of local movers | $540 - $5,400 |
| Storage in transit | New place not ready93% of local movers85% nationallyTop pick: Reebie Storage and Moving Co. | $216 - $1,296/mo |
| Shuttle fee | Truck can't reach door | $324 - $2,592 |
| Full-value protection | More than $0.60/lb coverage36% of local movers | $300 - $600 (1% - 2% of value) |
| Small moves | Under ~2,000 lbs62% of local movers | $1,080 - $3,240 |
| Office / commercial | Workplace relocation | $2,700 - $10,800 |
| Car shipping | Second vehicle | $809 - $1,537 |
| Antiques & fine art | Fragile, high-value items55% of local movers46% nationallyTop pick: H2H Movers Inc | $1,080 - $2,700 |
| Piano | Any piano type75% of local movers71% nationallyTop pick: H2H Movers Inc | $864 - $3,780 |
| Pool table | Disassembly & re-leveling36% of local movers | $324 - $1,620 |
| Hot tub | Heavy, needs disconnect23% of local movers22% nationallyTop pick: Move-tastic | $702 - $2,160 |
| Wine collection | Climate-controlled transport | $324 - $16,200+ |
| Pet relocation | Ground, air, or concierge | $324 - $3,780+ |
What are the best full-service movers from Chicago to Paradise?
- Safeway Moving (4.9/5 stars): Safeway Moving offers the best overall value on this route. Flat-rate pricing locks in your cost upfront, and 24/7 customer support is available throughout the move.
- American Van Lines (4.9/5 stars): American Van Lines is the most experienced mover on this list. Operating since 1995, AVL staffs every move with full-time in-house crews trained on antiques, art, and other high-value items.
- Allied Van Lines (4.2/5 stars): Allied Van Lines is best for contents coverage. As one of the largest van line networks in North America, Allied offers fragile-only packing, real-time shipment tracking, and an optional full-value protection plan.
Good to know: For moves over 500 miles, national van lines are the smarter financial choice over local movers in Chicago, IL. Local companies can run 30% - 40% more at that range since they don't consolidate shipments the way interstate carriers do. If a direct, dedicated route with an average 2-day delivery appeals to you, a local mover could be worth it, but that convenience comes at a cost.
Moving container costs from Chicago, IL to Paradise, NV
Moving containers from Chicago, Illinois, to Paradise, Nevada, cost between $1,527 and $5,748. You load everything on your own schedule (U-Haul gives you 3 days and PODS gives you 30). When you're ready, the company takes care of getting the container from point A to point B. Need more time than that? Extra storage in Chicago typically runs around $100/month.
Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Chicago to Paradise:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,527 - $2,794
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,034 - $4,034
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,833 - $5,748
What other costs come with moving containers?
- Moving labor: Because loading is on you with a container move, hourly labor help is a popular add-on. In Chicago, IL, two movers for roughly five hours costs around $756, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
- Storage: After the first month, ongoing rental fees kick in. A small container (7 - 8 feet) averages about $81 per month, while a 12- to 16-foot unit runs around $162 per month.
- Access: Most major container companies serve both Chicago, IL, and Paradise, NV, but confirm a facility is within reasonable distance if you need to retrieve items while in storage.
- Added contents protection: Full-value protection provides broader coverage than the standard liability in your contract. It typically costs 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value, about $500 - $1,000 on $50,000 worth of belongings.
Every price below reflects an actual quote from a moveBuddha reader planning a Illinois to Nevada move in the past 90 days. Our pricing data is drawn from 1,500+ monthly data points across our vetted mover network and refreshed every month.
Pro tip: Before ordering moving containers, take a careful inventory of everything you're moving. A typical 1-bedroom home weighs around 3,000 pounds and fits in a single container starting at $1,527. Underestimating and needing 1 - 2 additional containers can push your total to $2,034 - $4,034, so getting your count right upfront saves you from a costly surprise.
What are the best moving containers Chicago to Paradise?
- Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
- U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
- MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)
Want a hand without paying for full service? A container or truck move does not mean doing all the heavy lifting yourself. You can hire a labor-only crew in Chicago to load and unload while you handle the drive, then book full help later if you change your mind. Three top-rated local crews for labor-only help in Chicago:
- Move-tastic (5.0/5), 17 years in business
- H2H Movers Inc (4.9/5), 12 years in business
- Stark Moving and Storage (5.0/5), 7 years in business
Moving truck rental costs from Chicago, IL to Paradise, NV
A rental truck for this 1,753-mile move from Chicago, Illinois, to Paradise, Nevada, costs between $1,104 and $3,002. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:
- Fuel for the drive: $602 - $688
- Daily insurance: $32/day
- Equipment rentals: $8 - $22
- Chicago daily rental rate: $19 - $39
- Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.79
| Home size | Typical truck size |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1 bedroom | 10 - 12 ft |
| 2 - 3 bedrooms | 15 - 17 ft |
| 4+ bedrooms | 20 - 26 ft (typically requires diesel) |
These are typical moving truck rental costs from Chicago to Paradise based on home size:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,104 - $1,978
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,172 - $2,503
- 4+ bedrooms: $1,433 - $3,002
Pro tip: Truck rental pricing for a move from Chicago to Paradise starts at $1,104 - $3,002, but that number does not tell the whole story. Fuel ($602 - $688) , overnight lodging ($162/night), meals, and equipment rentals are all separate. Plan for an additional $600 - $1,200 on top of your base rate to cover those costs.
What other costs come with rental trucks?
- Gas: Fuel adds $602 - $688 for the 1,753-mile drive, depending on whether your rental truck runs on gas or diesel.
- Moving labor: You'll handle the heavy lifting unless you bring in help. Two movers in Chicago, Illinois, for about 5 hours typically costs around $756.
- Additional insurance: Supplemental damage protection adds roughly $30 per day to your rental cost.
- Lodging: The 1,753-mile drive typically calls for 2 - 3 overnight stops at around $162 per night, adding $324 - $486 in hotel costs total.
- Equipment: Dollies, furniture pads, and vehicle tow gear are almost always billed separately. These extras typically add between $54 and $324.
What are the best moving truck rentals from Chicago to Paradise?
- Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
- Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
- U-Haul Truck Rental (4.2/5 stars)
The best truck rental companies for this route, based on moveBuddha's ratings.
Freight trailer costs from Chicago, IL to Paradise, NV
Freight trailers are a solid option for larger DIY moves from Chicago, Illinois, to Paradise, Nevada. Standard trailers run 28 feet long, and you're only charged for the portion you actually fill. The carrier drops the trailer off, you load it at your own pace, and they handle the drive to your new city.
Pricing is based entirely on the linear footage your shipment occupies, not the full trailer length. Most long-distance freight moves land somewhere between $972 and $3,293.
Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Chicago to Paradise:
- Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,472 - $2,674
- 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,610 - $3,293
- 4+ bedrooms: $2,134 - $4,599
Pro tip: A 4-foot ramp sounds simple, but heavy or awkward furniture can make the climb tricky. With 8 feet of height to work with, smart vertical stacking is key. Since freight companies charge by the linear foot, every extra foot you use adds to the bill.
What other costs come with freight trailers?
- Demand cycles: Trailer costs climb during peak moving season, especially from mid-May through mid-September when demand is at its highest.
- More space: You're billed only for the linear feet you use, but underestimating your inventory means paying for extra space, typically around $81 - $162 more per foot.
- Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Chicago, Illinois, for about five hours typically runs $756.
What are the best freight companies from Chicago to Paradise?
- MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the pick for best for large moves. The company is well-regarded as a top moving container option for its load-it-yourself, we-drive-it model, and that same model makes it a strong freight option for larger homes that benefit from the company's 53-foot trucks and footage-based pricing.
- U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack offers the best value freight trailer on this route. Alongside their flagship container service, U-Pack provides a top-notch freight trailer option that follows the same model: no deposits, no upfront fees, and pricing based on the linear footage you actually use.
- Keller Trucking Co, Inc. (4.54/5 stars): Keller Trucking Co, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Locally owned and based facilities mean accessible support staff and area-specific scheduling flexibility that national-only freight carriers typically don't match.
Pro tip: Freight trailers are a great option when you need your belongings in Paradise fast. For interstate moves, freight is one of the quickest delivery methods out there. Just keep in mind that freight carriers expect you to be available to receive your shipment, so it works best when your move-in is locked in and you don't need temporary storage on either end.
Cost of living: Chicago, IL vs Paradise, NV
Good news for your budget: Paradise isn't meaningfully more or less expensive to live in than Chicago. Cost of living index runs 111 there against 106 here, and rent, income, and tax rates all fall in a comparable band. Focus your planning on the move itself rather than a change in monthly expenses. Walkability and safety scores land in a similar range too - 77/100 and 33.87/100 here versus 50/100 and 56.4/100 there.
Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Paradise, NV to Chicago, IL guide.
Why use moveBuddha to find your mover:
We've processed 10 real quotes from Illinois to Nevada over the past 3 months, giving us some of the most up-to-date pricing data around. Running your move through our moving cost calculator before you talk to movers helps you avoid low-ball or inflated estimates and steer clear of bad actors. There are 103 movers in our Illinois network to compare for this 1,753-mile move.
Our take
A move from Chicago, IL, to Paradise, NV, gives you several options depending on your budget and how much you want to do yourself. Full-service movers handle everything but cost the most, ranging from $2,309 - $10,012 on the 1,753-mile route. Moving containers from PODS or U-Pack bring that cost down to $1,527 - $5,748, and rental trucks from Budget or U-Haul are the most economical at $1,104 - $3,002. For full-service movers, Safeway Moving, starting around $3,202 for a 2-bedroom move with 30 days of free storage and round-the-clock live support.
Worth knowing beyond the move itself: Major employers in the area include University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and Harry Reid International Airport.
FAQs: Moving from Chicago, IL, to Paradise, NV
Is Paradise a safe place to live?
Paradise has a safety index of 56.4 out of 100 and a crime index of 43.6, compared to 33.87 and 35.19 in Chicago. Neither figure tells the whole story on its own, so it's worth digging into specific neighborhoods before you commit to an address.
How walkable is Paradise?
Paradise has a walkability score of 50 out of 100 and a bike-friendliness score of 50, compared to 77 and 72 in Chicago. If you're used to getting around on foot or by bike, this is worth factoring into which neighborhood you pick.
What are the best neighborhoods in Paradise?
For families, Paradise Hills, Green Valley North, and Green Valley South are worth a look in Paradise. If you're moving solo or without kids, Paradise, Downtown, and Downtown East tend to be popular picks instead.
How do I know a mover is licensed in Nevada?
Movers that provide relocation services within the Silver State are subject to rules and regulations set forth by the Nevada Transportation Authority (NTA). The NTA’s aims include fostering economic growth and promoting efficient, safe, and reliable moving services around the state.
What do local movers charge in Chicago?
Local movers based in Chicago typically start around $220 as a base rate, plus $100/hour per mover. That's a useful baseline if you're hiring help just to load a rental truck or container rather than booking a full long-distance move. Rates in Paradise run similarly and are worth checking if you need help unloading on the other end.
What percentage of Chicago movers handle specialty items like pianos or antiques?
About 75% of movers in Chicago handle piano moves, and 55% handle antiques and fine art, compared to 71% and 46% nationally.