Moving from Chicago, IL, to Baltimore, MD

A new life in a smaller, charming city

Baltimore is an independent city in Maryland on the East Coast. When moving there just over 700 miles from “the Windy City” of Chicago, IL, you’ll want to prepare for a different lifestyle in “Charm City.” 

You might notice right away that Baltimore is much smaller than Chicago, which has 2.7 million residents in the city and 9.6 million in the metro area. Baltimore is the most populous independent city in the U.S. and the largest in Maryland, with just under 586,000 residents and over 2.8 million in the metro.  

The smaller city brings a sense of community with friendly locals and historic charm. 

Warmer weather in Baltimore

Like Chicago, Baltimore experiences all four seasons, with warm summers and cold winters. However, the temperatures are a bit higher in Baltimore, especially during the winter. 

Baltimore’s average low temperature in January is 27 degrees, compared to 19 degrees in Chicago. With the warmer temperature, Baltimore also receives less snow, around 19 inches annually, compared to 35 inches in Chicago. 

Summer temperatures are closer, with Baltimore reaching an average high of 88 degrees compared to an average high of 84 degrees in Chicago. Both cities receive similar amounts of rainfall, averaging around 40 inches per year. 

Explore the city

Public transportation is extensive in Chicago, but the Baltimore system is smaller, so many residents rely on cars to get around. And there are multiple things to see.  

Baltimore has a thriving arts scene, so don’t miss attractions like the American Visionary Art Museum, the Baltimore Museum of Arts and the Walters Art Museum. Literary buffs will also want to visit the gravesite of Edgar Allan Poe at Westminster Hall. 

While you’re out and about, try some crab cakes seasoned with Old Bay spice blend and check out the Lexington Market, which has been in business since 1782. 

Finding work in Baltimore

As home to several prestigious universities and medical campuses, many residents are employed in education and healthcare. 

Some of the top employers include Baltimore VA Medical Center, Mercy Medical Center, Johns Hopkins University and the University of Maryland-Baltimore County. Bioscience is also a growing field. 

Other residents work in seafood production and the service industries. 

Move to Maryland the easy way with U-Pack

U-Pack® offers a seamless and stress-free solution for your move from Chicago to Baltimore. With our nationwide network of service centers and extensive experience in transporting your belongings, you can focus on the packing and leave the rest to us.  

Ready to make the move? Request your free, no-obligation online quote today or call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to speak to a moving consultant. We’re here to help you start your new life in Baltimore!