Moving from El Paso, TX to Chicago, IL
Your Complete Guide
Cost of Living Comparison
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,626-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between El Paso, TX and Chicago, IL.
Albuquerque, NM
New Mexico's largest city set against the dramatic Sandia Mountains. A cultural crossroads with Native American, Spanish, and Western heritage.
International Balloon Fiesta, Old Town, and Breaking Bad filming locations
Tucson, AZ
A desert city with a rich cultural identity blending Native American, Spanish, and Mexican influences. Named a UNESCO City of Gastronomy.
Saguaro National Park, University of Arizona, and Sonoran cuisine
Colorado Springs, CO
A stunning mountain city home to Garden of the Gods and the US Olympic Training Center. Sits at the base of Pikes Peak.
Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, and military installations
State Transition Guide: Texas → Illinois
Moving from Texas to Illinois? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Vehicle Registration
Things to Know About Illinois
- Property taxes are among the highest in the nation
- Chicago has additional city taxes on many goods and services
- I-PASS/E-ZPass is essential for toll roads around Chicago