Moving to Seattle, WA
City Overview
Cost of Living
117
Avg Temperature
45°–59°F
State Income Tax
None
Population
737K
Coffee culture, tech giants, and stunning Puget Sound views define Seattle. The gray drizzle is real but milder than its reputation, and the summers are absolutely gorgeous. Outdoor access is unbeatable.
Average Moving Costs to Seattle
Estimated costs for a 2-bedroom move from the top 10 US cities by population.
| From | Distance | Full-Service | DIY |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | 2,402 mi | $3,541–$5,585 | $2,146–$3,524 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 960 mi | $2,657–$4,160 | $1,330–$2,512 |
| Chicago, IL | 1,733 mi | $3,044–$4,805 | $1,768–$3,054 |
| Houston, TX | 1,889 mi | $3,101–$4,905 | $1,856–$3,165 |
| Phoenix, AZ | 1,114 mi | $2,680–$4,215 | $1,418–$2,620 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 2,373 mi | $3,412–$5,405 | $2,130–$3,504 |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,786 mi | $3,028–$4,794 | $1,798–$3,092 |
| San Diego, CA | 1,064 mi | $2,706–$4,243 | $1,389–$2,584 |
| Dallas, TX | 1,680 mi | $2,998–$4,734 | $1,738–$3,018 |
| San Jose, CA | 710 mi | $2,580–$4,016 | $1,189–$2,336 |
Neighborhoods in Seattle
Capitol Hill
A popular neighborhood in Seattle, WA for newcomers and residents alike.
Ballard
A popular neighborhood in Seattle, WA for newcomers and residents alike.
Fremont
A popular neighborhood in Seattle, WA for newcomers and residents alike.
Queen Anne
A popular neighborhood in Seattle, WA for newcomers and residents alike.
Columbia City
A popular neighborhood in Seattle, WA for newcomers and residents alike.
Cost of Living in Seattle
Cost of Living Index
17% above the national average of 100
Index: 100 = national average. Scale capped at 150.
Avg 1BR Rent
$2,200/mo
Avg 2BR Rent
$2,800/mo
Moving to Seattle from These Cities
From New York, NY
2,402 miles
Full-Service
$3,541–$5,585
From Los Angeles, CA
960 miles
Full-Service
$2,657–$4,160
From Chicago, IL
1,733 miles
Full-Service
$3,044–$4,805
From Houston, TX
1,889 miles
Full-Service
$3,101–$4,905
From Phoenix, AZ
1,114 miles
Full-Service
$2,680–$4,215
From Philadelphia, PA
2,373 miles
Full-Service
$3,412–$5,405
From San Antonio, TX
1,786 miles
Full-Service
$3,028–$4,794
From San Diego, CA
1,064 miles
Full-Service
$2,706–$4,243
From Dallas, TX
1,680 miles
Full-Service
$2,998–$4,734
From San Jose, CA
710 miles
Full-Service
$2,580–$4,016
From Austin, TX
1,770 miles
Full-Service
$3,061–$4,835
From Jacksonville, FL
2,452 miles
Full-Service
$3,421–$5,431