By Joshua Green
Updated: Aug 23, 2026
6 min read
Reviewed by Martin Pаnауоtоv
Editor
Martin is founder of MoveAdvisor, formerly MyMovingReviews.com.
227 movers in Waukegan
"White Gloves Moving LLC provided exceptional customer service from beginning to end. Scheduling the move was easy, and the staff remained responsive whenever I had questions. The movers arrived on time, worked efficiently, and made sure everything..."
"Fantastic. One thing I think that set this business apart was that before they quoted me, they wanted to do a walk-through. Even though it was 2 hours away, we were able to do it as a video call. It wasn’t a a blind quote that might’ve ended with ..."
"Awesome personal service!!! Craig Larson was detail oriented when he visited our home. On a snowy moving day, Chris and his colleague were outstanding! They arrived on time in a snow storm, worked tirelessly to pack our truck carefully to ensure a..."
"As part of United again did not disappoint! Had to schedule on short notice and they packed on a Saturday!! And arrived on schedule! Nothing was damaged as all was carefully blanketed! Driver was very friendly and showed great concern for being ca..."
"Triple Berry Moving was really professional and they were really careful with all of our stuff so that nothing was damaged. I'd definitely recommend them to friends or family, and will likely be using their services again myself."
"Working with American interstate relocation specialists has been an amazing experience. The way they take care of their clients is what makes Working with them so pleasant. Communication skills, always answering calls/questions. Helping accommod..."
"They showed up on time and were super friendly and fast. It was extremely hot that day and they still managed to do an amazing job. Even when there was a mix up about what truck was being used they didn't miss a beat. They didn’t even take a lunch..."
"DO NOT USE their services. We received our belongings 2 months after the due date. It took many emails, phone calls and threat to call our attorney and police to get a response. They finally called us letting us know they were 6 hours from our new..."
"NVL moved me from the Bay Area to Colorado. They were about 50% more than any other mover quoted me, but I was encouraged by, among other things, their commitment to quality work and prompt resolution of claims. Ha! I grossly overpaid and they ref..."
"Do not trust these people. Scammer. I know the owner personally and he’s a lying scammer! I have plenty proof. This company is NO GOOD! Steals from customers and from employees or daily hires. The owner name is Lior he might go by David or another..."
"DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY! THEY PROMISE YOU EVERYTHING AND DO NOT STAND BEHIND THEIR WORD. THEY DO NOT..EVEN THOUGH THEY SAY THEY WILL..REFUND DEPOSITS!"
"Terrible Company. Don't waste your time. Not even worth the time to write a 10-page terrible review. do not hire. do not hire. do not hire. do not hire. do not hire. do not hire. do not hire. do not hire."
"I experienced multiple delays to have Golans come pick up my original items. They patiently waited and did a marvelous job packing my items. The second time when they had to come empty my living room for carpet installation again went extremely we..."
"Can not say enough negative things about this service. For the sake of my own sanity, I'll compartmentalize our numerous complaints into 5 key grievances: 1- Constant moving of goal posts. Our initial pickup window was guaranteed and then missed ..."
"Absolutely outstanding moving experience! Illinois Movers Inc was incredibly professional, friendly, fast, and careful from start to finish. The crew handled everything with impressive attention and energy, making the whole process stress-free. I’..."
"Big shoulders moved my storage locker from Minnesota to California seamlessly. Everyone I spoke to was professional and friendly. Took the extra time to explain everything to me! I was quoted a potential 14 day move time because of the distance an..."
What to know when moving to Waukegan, IL
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In Illinois, the overall crime rates have shown a positive trend. The violent crime rate is 245.7 incidents per 100,000 residents, significantly lower than the national average of 325.3. This reflects a 28.7% decrease since 2022. Property crimes are at an annual rate of 1549 per 100,000 residents, slightly above the national rate of 1546.9, but with a notable 16.1% decline over the same period.
- Violent crime: 245.7 per 100,000 vs. national 325.3, down 28.7% since 2022
- Property crime: 1549 per 100,000 vs. national 1546.9, down 16.1% since 2022
- Aggravated assault: 131.6 per 100,000, down 20.7% since 2022
- Robbery: 64.3 per 100,000, down 45.7% since 2022
- Homicide: 4.5 per 100,000, down 52.6% since 2022
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Illinois).
Weather & Getting Outside
Waukegan offers nearby outdoor options that cater to nature lovers. Some notable spots include:
- Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park - 4.5 stars (4710 reviews)
- Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve - 4.8 stars (1315 reviews)
- Waukegan Municipal Beach - 4.5 stars (641 reviews)
- Rosewood Park - 4.5 stars (482 reviews)
- North Dunes Nature Preserve - 4.6 stars (369 reviews)
Source: Google Places API.
Jobs & the Local Economy
The job market in Lake County reflects a labor force of 360,967 with an employment count of 340,180, resulting in an unemployment rate of 5.8% as of December 2025. This provides a solid context for those considering employment opportunities in the area.
- Unemployment rate: 5.8% (December 2025)
- Employed: 340,180
- Labor force: 360,967
Source: BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS).