268 movers in Saint Joseph
New World Van Lines
"Moved from Orlando to Boston(2locations) and paid for “white glove” service. Total move over 9k. The team packing in Orlando was wonderful. The experience in Boston was problematic. Only one mover showed up to unload. With flights of stairs, heavy..."
Doorage
"Do not use this company. Horrible service. They lost some of our items. They also damaged some of our furniture. Sean is a coward and will not take our calls or return our messages. How do you lose items when this is your business? Must be employe..."
Sovereign Moving Company
"Selected this company based on a very reasonable price quote. Upon arrival, the movers increased the total cost of my move by almost $1000. as others here have mentioned too. I had to leave things behind because of this. I was told last Tuesday, 1..."
Charter Transportation
"Sitting in an empty house with a pregnant wife and two little kids waiting for the company to find a driver to deliver my items to my new location. Well past the the delivery date provided by the company. They keep saying sorry but have provided n..."
Wolley Movers
"I don’t understand these bad reviews… I came on here just to add a positive review. We have used them three times. I have a lot of unique items (fragile musical instruments, 1800s/1900s original antiques) and they have never broken a single thing...."
The Moving Experts Inc
"I contracted my move with The Moving Experts but Elite Moving & Storage showed up to pick up my belongings. Even though I was told by their sales rep, Mary, that the Moving Experts hire their own drivers and movers-this is not true or at least the..."
Burrows Moving & Storage
"Previously used Burrows when the company was managed by Dersu Burrows (2014). Great service at that time. Most recently, Sep, 2019, had horrible experience. Under new management. No good inventory method used. Items lost, never returned. Antique g..."
ABC Moving Systems Inc
"Our experience with Marco and team was great. They moved us cross country from Arizona to Illinois. All of our belongings were packed carefully, and the team was courteous and professional throughout the experience. The best part was they delivere..."
Liberty Movers
"Stated they were avail for a specific day why I hired them. Did no call no show, than stated they were forsure avail next morning did another no call no show than had an attitude and stated was not going to argue as to why they did not show up. Ne..."
Shipments Solutions Hub Inc
"I had received a quote on a Wednesday to ship a vehicle from UT to OH on that Friday. I booked the transfer and paid the downpayment Wednesday evening. On Thursday morning, I contacted them to get my driver information for the next day's pick up a..."
New Evolution Inc
"If you work with them, expect to be cheated out of at least a few thousand dollars! The worst company I ever worked with."
Chicago Land Moving and Storage
"The first time I moved with this company, it was a great move. So I called them again--much to my regret now. Both were local moves with a packing day, a moving day, and an unpacking day. The first time,the same crew came all three days. The sec..."
What to know when moving to Saint Joseph, IL
TL;DR: Saint Joseph at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A highly educated ZIP where 35.9% hold a bachelor's degree and only 14.2% of residents rent.
- The Major Draw:
- The median household income is $112,755, indicating strong financial stability.
- The Reality Check:
- With only 0.1% using public transit, it is a car-dependent area.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for $942/month in rent.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Saint Joseph is a small but affluent community with a population of 5,803. The median household income is notably high at $112,755, which reflects a financially secure population. About 35.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher, suggesting a well-educated community. However, with a renter percentage of only 14.2%, most people own their homes, which may indicate limited rental options.
Probably not your spot if you prefer using public transit, as only 0.1% of residents commute this way.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- The median gross rent is $942, while the median home value is $246,300, making homeownership a more common choice.
- With a poverty rate of 5.6%, the community appears to be financially stable.
- Only 0.1% of residents use public transit, indicating a need for a car.
- The renter vs. owner split shows 14.2% are renters compared to 85.8% homeowners.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Crime data is reported at the state level for Illinois, and the trends show a decrease in both violent and property crimes.
- Violent crime: The state annual rate is 245.7 per 100k, which is 24.5% lower than the national rate of 325.3.
- Property crime: The state annual rate is 1549 per 100k, which is slightly higher than the national average of 1546.9.
- Notable trend: The homicide rate has decreased by 52.6% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Illinois).
Schools & Higher Ed
Saint Joseph has access to educational institutions in nearby Champaign County.
- Total postsecondary institutions: 3
- With College Scorecard data: 2
- Nearby institutions include the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Tricoci University of Beauty Culture.
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations, NCES College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
Champaign County experiences an annual precipitation of 31.8 inches, with about 98 rainy days. The area also sees approximately 3 inches of snowfall each year over 13 snow days.
- Parks & outdoor spots worth checking out:
- Hessel Park - 4.7 stars (1,522 reviews)
- Crystal Lake Park - 4.5 stars (1,497 reviews)
- Meadowbrook Park - 4.8 stars (932 reviews)
- Homer Lake Forest Preserve - 4.8 stars (770 reviews)
Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.
Jobs & the Local Economy
Champaign County has a labor force of 107,980 with an employment count of 102,803.
- Unemployment rate: 4.8% (December 2025)
- Unemployed individuals: 5,177
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics.
