268 movers in Saint Joseph
Atlas Van Lines
"I have had such a bad moving experience with Atlas Van Lines, Imlach Movers, and Ace Relocation Services that I really regret using them for my move. Days after a very tiring cross-state move, the driver simply texted that delivery would occur th..."
World Class Moving and Storage
"ABSOLUTELY THE WORST EXPERIENCE!!!!! Words simply cannot express the horror my family and I have gone through with this moving company. I’m not sure if we will ever recover from this. This company operates under an alias called MDTransportation Gr..."
Federal Companies
"This company gave me an estimate for my moved based on weight and distance. The person who did the walking estimate made asumptions that were wrong; the pick up of an additional storage place 10 mins from my place became a 3 1/2 hr worth of overti..."
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving
"They were on time took away our sectional and were very pleasant. I would definitely use them again. They also were very careful about our walls. Not one scratch. I am going to recommend this company to everyone."
Fry Wagner Moving and Storage
"Understand that Fry Wagner does not care about your items once they get them on the truck. You might pay more for "insurance" but they will do everything to deny even the smallest or most obvious claim. They DO NOT pack fragile items in bubble wra..."
Interstate Express Movers LLC
"This company has to be one of the worst out there! Caused over $8,000 in damage to our furniture and have yet to let me know if their insurance is going to pay us anything. Kept demanding more money to get our items out of storage and then lost so..."
Cord Moving and Storage
"Feels like our family's belongings, which are costing a small fortune to move, are being held hostage. Truck was packed for move from St Louis on Monday 8/9. We were given estimated delivery window (in Boston) of 8/13-8/21. No delivery yet (as of ..."
Dodge Moving & Storage
"DO NOT USE. Very shady. They will try to take advantage of you. In my case, they gave me a bid and cost for 2 movers. They sent 3 (I was never asked nor given a quote what that would cost). While the move went faster, they tried to bill me for 3 m..."
Interstate Best Moving LLC
"This company is horrible. I made the stupid mistake of using a relocation broker for my recent move, and this is the company I ended up with as my movers. A full day before they were scheduled to arrive, they called and said they would be there in..."
Professional Transportation Solutions LLC
"Professional Transportation Solutions LLC ( hereby referred to as PTS)was hired by Capital Moving Group (which I also gave a poor rating to) to move our furniture from South Carolina to Indiana. Our contract clearly states that moving blankets wou..."
Hoover The Mover
"Hoover the Mover moved me back in June. As of October 3 rd I am still trying to get broken items fixed and it continues to not be a priority for them. Joe , the manager , doesn’t return emails for weeks and each time he says they are going to tak..."
Dimbas LLC
"I am so disappointed in this service and I will NEVER trust a moving company after this. THESE PEOPLE ARE SCAMMERS AND SHOULD BE ARRESTED!!! They website promises 24 hour customer service but I could never get anyone on the phone. My stuff was ..."
Direct Moving Solutions
"Direct moving solution was assigned to move my stuff from st Louis to Texas. They promised to deliver within a month.I was asked full cash payment during pick up. Its been one and half month still my thing are not come. When I call them they don't..."
North American Van Lines
"We recently hired North American to move us from NV to MO. At the last minute, North American informed us that a different company, Atlas Transfer, was going to be handling the delivery of our items. The out-of-state delivery crew was in a big rus..."
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.
