Last updated 2026-06-12 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Everything to set up when you move to Chicago, Illinois, in order.
Update license: 90 days
Register vehicle: 30 days
Typical mover cost: $1,100-$3,800
Reserve your loading-dock and elevator slots early. Winter moves require extra prep: salt for stairs, heated truck for plants, and a backup plan if it snows on moving day.