Why Are People Leaving Chicago? 7 Real Reasons Behind the Chicagoland Exodus (2026) Are people really leaving the greater Chicagoland area in record numbers—and if so, why? Is it taxes, crime, weather, politics… or something much bigger happening beneath the surface? In this video, Michael LaFido with The LuXe Group breaks down the 7 biggest reasons tens of thousands of people are moving out of Chicago every single year, and what this migration shift means for buyers, sellers, investors, retirees, and families across Chicagoland. Whether you’re thinking about selling your home, relocating out of Illinois, or moving to the Chicago suburbs, this is the information you need before making a decision. 🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Video: ✅ Why Illinois taxes are driving major lifestyle decisions ✅ How remote work has made weather and location optional ✅ The role crime perception plays in buyer decision-making ✅ Why retirees are leaving Illinois for Florida, Tennessee, Arizona, and the Carolinas ✅ How corporate relocations are reshaping Chicagoland real estate ✅ Why younger buyers want newer, walkable, low-maintenance homes ✅ The surprising truth: why Chicago suburbs are still growing strong We also dive into which suburbs continue to attract high-net-worth buyers, families, and relocating professionals—and why Chicagoland remains a strong value compared to coastal markets like California, New York, and New Jersey.
