Moving costs in Seattle, WA
Movers in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro earn a median $22.95/h (BLS OEWS 2025), 18.6% above the national median of $19.35. That ranks 2 of 50 metros we cover, so expect billed rates around $60–$78 per mover per hour. Diesel in the West Coast (excl. California) region costs $7.27/gal (EIA, 2026-11-02).
Sources: BLS wages, EIA fuel prices, U.S. CensusData updated 2026-11-04How we calculate →
Local move estimates in Seattle
October move, about 12 miles between homes, with the truck fee.
| Home size | Crew & time | Full service | With packing | DIY truck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2 movers, 3–4 h | $500–$890 | $750–$1,340 | $150–$330 |
| 1-bedroom | 2 movers, 4–6 h | $620–$1,210 | $1,120–$2,110 | $160–$360 |
| 2-bedroom | 3 movers, 5–7 h | $1,060–$1,940 | $1,810–$3,290 | $170–$390 |
| 3-bedroom | 4 movers, 7–9 h | $1,850–$3,150 | $3,100–$5,400 | $190–$450 |
| 4+ bedroom | 4 movers, 9–12 h | $2,330–$4,080 | $4,080–$7,230 | $210–$510 |
Metro facts that move the price
- Population (Census, July 2024): 4,145,494
- Net domestic migration 2024: -11,483 people left on net, so outbound demand is higher and outbound slots book up first in summer
- Peak season (June–August) adds about 12–15% vs. October; winter is ~5–7% cheaper.
Long-distance moves from Seattle
- Portland, OR · 174 mi
- Los Angeles, CA · 1,152 mi
- Phoenix, AZ · 1,337 mi
- New York, NY · 2,882 mi
- Dallas, TX · 2,016 mi
- Houston, TX · 2,267 mi
Moving to Seattle
- from Washington, DC
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- from New York, NY
- from Las Vegas, NV
- from Riverside, CA
- from San Francisco, CA
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FAQ
How much do movers cost per hour in Seattle?
Based on the BLS 2025 median wage for movers in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro ($22.95/h), billed rates work out to about $60–$78 per mover per hour, including the company's overhead and the truck.
How much is a local 2-bedroom move in Seattle?
About $1,060–$1,940 for a 3-person crew on a ~12-mile move in October, before packing and tips.