($1,302+) Chicago, IL to Tacoma, WA Movers

Full-service moving costs from Chicago, IL to Tacoma, WA

Full-service movers handle loading, transportation, and unloading on the 2,082-mile move from Chicago, Illinois, to Tacoma, Washington, with costs ranging from $2,335 - $11,389. You can have movers pack your boxes for an additional $338 - $2,256. Like most long-distance moves, your price is determined by the total weight of your belongings and the distance between Chicago and Tacoma. Local movers in Chicago typically start around $220 as a base rate plus $100/hour per mover.

Here's a breakdown of full-service moving costs by home size from Chicago to Tacoma:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $2,335 - $5,609
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $3,566 - $7,852
• 4+ bedrooms: $6,168 - $11,389

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 Tacoma.

Specialty moving services from Chicago, IL to Tacoma, WA

Specialty needs vary by market — 93% of Chicago movers offer storage-in-transit, compared to 85% nationally. In Tacoma, 97% of movers offer the same service.

What are the best full-service movers from Chicago to Tacoma?

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1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.

Moving container costs from Chicago, IL to Tacoma, WA

Moving containers from Chicago, Illinois, to Tacoma, Washington, cost between $1,722 and $5,897. You're in charge of loading, and the timeline is yours to set. U-Haul allows 3 days while PODS gives you a full 30. After that, the company picks it up and delivers it to your new address. Running behind schedule? Storage in Chicago costs roughly $100/month if you need it.

Take a look at moving container pricing by home size from Chicago to Tacoma:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,722 - $3,341
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $2,118 - $4,775
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,994 - $5,897

What other costs come with moving containers?

• Access: Most major container brands operate in both Chicago, IL and Tacoma, WA. Still, double-check that a nearby facility is available if you need to access your belongings before delivery.
• Moving labor: Because containers are self-loaded, many customers hire hourly help. Two movers for about 5 hours typically cost around $790 in Chicago, IL, according to moveBuddha data. Compare the best labor-only movers nationwide
• Storage: Monthly container rental after the first 30 days averages $85 for small units (7 - 8 feet) and about $169 for larger ones (12 - 16 feet).
• Added contents protection: For more coverage beyond the standard minimum, full-value protection is the typical upgrade, generally 1% - 2% of your declared shipment value. On a $50,000 household, that's roughly $500 - $1,000 as a one-time fee.

What are the best moving containers Chicago to Tacoma?

1. Units Moving and Portable Storage (4.3/5 stars)
2. U-Pack (5.0/5 stars)
3. MovingYourself (5.0/5 stars)

Moving truck rental costs from Chicago, IL to Tacoma, WA

A rental truck for this 2,082-mile move from Chicago, Illinois, to Tacoma, Washington, costs between $1,302 and $3,591. The base rate covers the vehicle only; budget for:

• Fuel for the drive: $747 - $854
• Daily insurance: $34/day
• Equipment rentals: $8 - $23
• Chicago daily rental rate: $19 - $39
• Per-mile fee beyond your free allowance: $0.69 - $0.79

These are typical moving truck rental costs from Chicago to Tacoma based on home size:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,302 - $2,512
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,396 - $2,759
• 4+ bedrooms: $1,778 - $3,591

What other costs come with rental trucks?

• Equipment: Tow dollies, appliance dollies, and moving pads are not included in the base rate. These extras often total between $85 and $395.
• Lodging: An overnight stop typically averages around $169.
• Gas: Expect fuel to run between $747 and $854 for the 2,082-mile drive, depending on whether your truck runs on gas or diesel.
• Moving labor: If you'd rather not do all the heavy lifting, budget around $790 for 2 movers in Chicago, Illinois, for about 5 hours.
• Additional insurance: Damage protection plans generally add about $30 per day.

What are the best moving truck rentals from Chicago to Tacoma?

1. Budget Truck Rental (4.3/5 stars)
2. Penske Truck Rental (4.0/5 stars)
3. 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 Tacoma, WA

Freight trailers are a good fit for medium-to-large moves where you need more space than a container but don't want to drive a rental truck from Chicago, Illinois, to Tacoma, Washington. The trailer is delivered to your address, you load it, and the carrier takes it the rest of the way.

Unlike truck rentals with flat rates, freight trailers scale with your shipment. Every additional section of trailer space you fill increases your total. Most long-distance moves using this method run roughly between $1,695 and $3,529.

Take a look at freight trailer costs based on home size for moves from Chicago to Tacoma:

• Studio apartment / 1 bedroom: $1,519 - $2,831
• 2 - 3 bedrooms: $1,695 - $3,529
• 4+ bedrooms: $2,541 - $4,964

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 $85 - $169 more per foot.
• Moving labor: Freight trailers don't include loading crews. Two movers in Chicago, Illinois, for about five hours typically runs $790.

What are the best freight companies from Chicago to Tacoma?

1. MovingYourself (5/5 stars): MovingYourself is the best for large moves pick. While it's a top moving container option for the DIY hybrid setup (you handle the loading, they handle the driving), the same approach makes it a strong freight choice for 3 to 5+ bedroom homes that need 53 feet of trailer capacity with pay-as-you-go pricing.
2. U-Pack (5/5 stars): U-Pack is the best value freight trailer here. In addition to their popular container service, U-Pack delivers a top-tier freight trailer option that uses the same pay-by-the-foot pricing model and skips deposits and upfront fees entirely.
3. Keller Trucking Co, Inc. (4.54/5 stars): Keller Trucking Co, Inc. is the best locally owned freight company on this list. Local ownership translates to accessible support staff and facilities based in the communities they serve, giving customers more direct communication than they'd typically get from a national-only freight network.

Cost of living: Chicago, IL vs Tacoma, WA

The price of the move is only part of the picture. Here is how everyday costs compare once you are settled in Tacoma, side by side with Chicago on housing, income, and taxes.

Cost of living index is relative to the U.S. average of 100. Figures reflect the latest available city and state data.