Top Chicago, IL to Gainesville, FL Movers

Moving the reverse route? We've got you covered with our Moving from Gainesville to Chicago guide.

1. New City Moving: 5.0 out of 5 stars
2. The Professionals Moving Specialists: 4.86 out of 5 stars
3. H2H Movers Inc: 4.8 out of 5 stars
4. STI Moving & Storage Inc.: 4.9 out of 5 stars
5. Alliance Moving & Storage: 4.8 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Illinois to Florida

Moving a studio or one-bedroom home from Illinois to Florida typically costs between $1,504 and $6,112. For a two- or three-bedroom home, expect prices to fall between $3,087 and $7,607 when moving from IL to FL. If you're tackling a large move (think four or five bedrooms) from Illinois to Florida, you're looking at costs ranging from $5,235 up to $9,239.

Cost of moving containers from Illinois to Florida

Moving containers from Illinois to Florida will cost you $1,011 to $2,595 for a small move. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,814 to $3,954. A four-bedroom move or bigger will cost $2,525 to $4,859. Learn more about PODS cost.

Here are the cheapest moving container companies when moving out of Illinois.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Illinois to Florida

Looking to save money? Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option. Just keep in mind that you'll handle all the lifting, packing, and driving yourself.

If you're moving out of a studio or one-bedroom and renting a truck, plan to spend between $809 and $1,536. For two- or three-bedroom moves, prices typically land between $939 and $1,999. Dealing with a four-bedroom-plus home? Expect rental truck costs to be somewhere between $1,121 and $2,362.

These cost ranges already include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Gainesville are 22% lower than in Chicago, which means you'll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you'll be able to get more for your money in Gainesville.
  Home prices in Gainesville are 2.6% lower than in Chicago.
• Income in Gainesville is 17.5% lower than in Chicago, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Gainesville — including University of Florida, Charles Perry Partners, Inc., and CPAmerica — may pay more.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Gainesville. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 52.7% lower than in Chicago.
• A move to Gainesville can help cut down on a family's routine expenses, including utilities, transportation, and groceries. The cost of living for a family of four is 62.3% less than what it costs in Chicago.
• The unemployment rate in Gainesville is 51.11% lower than in Chicago.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Gainesville, since the city's sales taxes in Gainesville are 31.71% lower than in Chicago.
• One perk of moving to Gainesville is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Chicago.

• Gainesville might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 95% less than Chicago.
• Getting around Gainesville without a car might be more difficult than in Chicago. Gainesville has a public transportation score of 6 out of 10, whereas Chicago is ranked 9. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Gainesville neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Chicago. Based on its score of 37 out of 100, Gainesville isn't as walkable as Chicago, which has a score of 77 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• Gainesville and Chicago are similarly bike-friendly based on their comparable ratings of 69 and 72 respectively. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• Gainesville has a lower crime rate than Chicago based on scores of 8.0 and Chicago's 35.19, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Gainesville than in Chicago, based on Gainesville's safety index of 52.61 versus 33.87 for Chicago. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Gainesville and Chicago is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

• Weather: April, November and October are the most pleasant months in Gainesville, while August and July are the least comfortable months.
• HOA rules: To keep things running smoothly, make sure you're familiar with any HOA or community moving policies before the big day.
• Elevator reservation: Make sure to arrange elevator access in advance if your building requires reservations for moving.
• Truck parking permits: Make sure to look into local parking regulations—some areas require permits for large moving trucks.
• State licensing: Individuals and companies engaging in for-profit local and intrastate moving within the Sunshine State must register each year with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services – Division of Consumer Services. Ensure the company you choose is licensed to handle your move.
• State regulator: You can verify a Florida moving company's license by visiting the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: You won't need a moving permit in Florida, though it's smart to double-check any local parking restrictions ahead of your move.
• Change of address: To avoid missing any mail, we recommend submitting your USPS change of address form at least a week before your move. You can choose your official move date to make sure everything gets forwarded properly to Gainesville Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: The amount and type of insurance movers must have depends on state regulations. Released Value Protection stands out as a cost-effective choice, provided by movers at no extra expense, although it comes with limited coverage. In this option, the mover's liability is capped at 60 cents per pound per article. To ensure comprehensive coverage matching the full value of your items, consult with your chosen moving company about alternative options or explore third-party insurance providers. Secure the best protection for your belongings during the move with these tailored coverage choices.
• Moving checklist: Let our moving checklist guide you through the process and help ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Duckpond
• Midtown
• Northwest Gainesville
• Sugarfoot
• Suburban Heights

Best neighborhoods for families

• Northwest Gainesville
• Duckpond
• Haile Plantation
• Eastside

Things to do in Gainesville

Once you're settled into your new home in Florida, it's time to get out and discover what Gainesville has to offer. No matter your interests, there's something for everyone here:

• Arts and culture: Gainesville is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the Florida Museum of Natural History, Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art, Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention, and Matheson History Museum.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Sweetwater Wetlands Park, Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park, Depot Park, and Kanapaha Park — among other sites — are great places to hike, ride bikes, or just enjoy nature.'
• Sports: Catch a live game and cheer on the home team at an Florida Gators (SEC) game.