226 movers in Wood Dale
On Time Moving Express Inc
"My move was from WA state to Texas. It took On Time Moving Express Inc 30 days to deliver my household goods to Texas. When they finally arrived, my boxes and creates were covered in rat urine and feces. Also, some of my furniture arrived broken..."
Pickens Kane Moving & Storage
"If you want to have the worst moving experience of your life, go with this company. Otherwise, stay away. We were moving from Chicago to NYC with 2 small kids, so I was very thoughtful to choose the right company. The sales person Jennifer Smi..."
Relocation Group Livingston International
"My complaint is mainly on the driver who transported my car to California and lost the document that showed my car was cleared at the US custom and border. I contacted Phil Mathiesen at Livingston numerous times, this guy was rude, and a big liar...."
Aaron Bros Moving System, Inc.
"I had a 2mi local move out of a studio. The movers came with a very tall truck complained about not being able to go under viaduct. Actually that gave them time to go through my belongings. The estimate was inflated by 100% I could not pay the ..."
Big O Movers and Storage Inc
"Big O movers moved me a day later that I was suppose to move because someone dropped the ball on my original date Sunday September 6, 2020. I was quoted 120 an hour and when they got there it was 150 an hour, I couldn’t dispute it because I was al..."
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..."
Transport USA Inc
"This company uses other companies to ship things. I told them the weight of my stuff, and they gave me an estimate for the price based on the probably volume. On moving day, the volume was 3 times what they had estimated, and they wanted to charge..."
What to know when moving to Wood Dale, IL
Wood Dale at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community with 25.1 percent of residents holding a bachelor's degree and 23 percent of residents renting.
- The Major Draw:
- The median household income is $90,299.
- The Reality Check:
- Only 1.3 percent of residents use public transit.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for $1,649/month in rent.
The 'Vibe' Check: Who Thrives Here?
Wood Dale has a population of 14,381, with a median household income of $90,299. About 25.1 percent of residents have a bachelor's degree, indicating a relatively educated community. The housing market shows that 23 percent of residents are renters, with median gross rent at $1,649. However, commuting options are limited, as only 1.3 percent utilize public transit, making this a car-dependent area.
Probably not your spot if you prefer extensive public transit options or lower housing costs.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $1,649, while the median owner-occupied home value is $307,600.
- 25.1 percent of the population holds a bachelor's degree, and the poverty rate stands at 6.0 percent.
- Only 1.3 percent of residents commute using public transit.
- The community has a renter percentage of 23.0 percent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In Illinois, the property crime rate is 1,549 per 100,000 residents, slightly higher than the national rate of 1,546.9. However, property crime has decreased by 16.1 percent from 2022 to 2025. The violent crime rate is 245.7 per 100,000, which is 24.5 percent lower than the national average.
- Violent crime: 245.7 per 100k vs. national rate of 325.3, down 28.7 percent since 2022.
- Property crime: 1,549 per 100k vs. national rate of 1,546.9, down 16.1 percent since 2022.
- Notable trend: Homicide rate down 52.6 percent since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Illinois).
Schools & Higher Ed
Wood Dale has access to 36 postsecondary institutions, with 33 providing College Scorecard data. Notable nearby options include:
- Cannella School of Hair Design in Villa Park
- College of DuPage in Glen Ellyn
- Elmhurst University in Elmhurst
- Midwestern University in Downers Grove
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations, NCES College Scorecard.
Weather & Getting Outside
While weather data is unavailable, Wood Dale offers several outdoor spots to enjoy. Parks and preserves in the area include:
- Wood Dale Grove Forest Preserve - 4.7 stars (568 reviews)
- The Preserve at Oak Meadows - 4.4 stars (384 reviews)
- Cricket Creek County Forest Preserve - 4.6 stars (308 reviews)
- Salt Creek Park - 4.5 stars (184 reviews)
Source: Google Places API.
Jobs & the Local Economy
In DuPage County, the unemployment rate is 3.7 percent as of December 2025, with a labor force of 515,974 and 496,833 people employed.
- Unemployment rate: 3.7 percent
- Employed: 496,833
- Labor force: 515,974
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics.
