State-to-State Guide

Moving from Illinois to Delaware

Compare cost of living, taxes, housing, and find the best moving companies for your Illinois to Delaware move.

Quick Comparison

Leaving Illinois

Population12.8M
State Income Tax4.95%
Avg Home Price$270,000
Avg Rent$1,300/mo
Property Tax Rate2.27%
DESTINATION

Moving to Delaware

Population990K
State Income Tax2.2%-6.6%
Avg Home Price$350,000
Avg Rent$1,300/mo
Property Tax Rate0.57%

Why Are People Moving from Illinois to Delaware?

The migration corridor between Illinois and Delaware is a popular interstate move. Illinois has been experiencing net outflow while Delaware continues to attract new residents.

Cost of Living: Both states have a comparable cost of living. Housing in Delaware costs about $80,000 more on average, so budget accordingly.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Delaware average 35°F, compared to 28°F in Illinois.

Jobs & Industry: Delaware's key industries include Finance, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, which attract professionals from Illinois's Finance and Manufacturing sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

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Cities in Illinois

Other Major Cities

Aurora
Naperville
Rockford
Springfield

Cities in Delaware

Dover
Newark
Wilmington

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1000 miles between Illinois and Delaware:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,300
3–4 BR Home
$3,200

Estimates based on typical full-service interstate moves. Actual costs vary.

IllinoisDelaware Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Delaware driver's license within 60 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Delaware within 60 days.

Voter Registration

Update your voter registration to Delaware after establishing residency. You can typically register at your local DMV or online.

Vehicle Inspection

Delaware vehicle inspection requirement: Required for new registrations.

Things to Know About Delaware

  • No sales tax on purchases
  • Over 60% of Fortune 500 companies are incorporated here
  • Toll roads are common on I-95 through the state

What's Different: Illinois vs Delaware

Taxes

Illinois Income Tax:4.95%
Delaware Income Tax:2.2%-6.6%
Illinois Property Tax:2.27%
Delaware Property Tax:0.57%

Weather

Illinois Summer Avg:84°F
Delaware Summer Avg:85°F
Illinois Winter Avg:28°F
Delaware Winter Avg:35°F

Cost of Living

Illinois COL Index:97
Delaware COL Index:105
Illinois Avg Home Price:$270,000
Delaware Avg Home Price:$350,000
Illinois Avg Rent:$1,300/mo
Delaware Avg Rent:$1,300/mo

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