Moving from Colorado to Illinois

Professional movers are your friend for this 1,000-mile journey to the Midwest! Chicago's a major hub, so you'll have lots of moving company options. The I-80 route is super well-traveled, making this a pretty routine move for experienced companies.

You're trading Colorado's sunny, dry mountain air for Illinois's humid continental climate. Think muggy summers, snowy winters, and way more rain than you're used to. The good news? No altitude headaches and you can breathe normally during workouts!

If you want lower housing costs than Colorado's Front Range, great job opportunities in Chicago, and don't mind trading mountains for lakes, Illinois works! You'll gain amazing food culture and urban amenities but lose easy access to world-class skiing and hiking.

Plan about 5-7 weeks total, with professional movers taking 3-5 business days for transport. This is a popular route, so you'll have good options and reliable timing, though winter weather can occasionally cause delays.

The humidity change is significant – your wood furniture and musical instruments will need to adjust. Also, Illinois winters can be brutal with ice storms, so avoid moving December through February if possible. Climate-controlled transport helps with the transition.