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Cost to move from Portland, OR to Seattle, WA
About 174 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $1,720–$2,860 with full-service movers in October.
Sources: BLS wages, EIA fuel prices, U.S. CensusData updated 2026-11-04How we calculate →
Estimates by home size
| Home size | Typical weight | Full service | With packing | DIY truck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $690–$1,140 | $940–$1,590 | $750–$1,170 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $980–$1,610 | $1,480–$2,510 | $760–$1,200 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $1,720–$2,860 | $2,470–$4,210 | $770–$1,230 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $2,990–$4,980 | $4,240–$7,230 | $790–$1,290 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $3,960–$6,590 | $5,710–$9,740 | $810–$1,350 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 174 mi) | $800 | $1,280 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $7.27/gal) | $50 | $60 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $480 | $810 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $390 | $710 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $22.17/h in Portland vs. $22.95/h in Seattle (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $7.27/gal (West Coast (excl. California), EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 29,960 people moved from Oregon to Washington in one year, and 22,169 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $1,600–$2,660 |
| April | $1,720–$2,860 |
| July | $1,980–$3,290 |
| October | $1,720–$2,860 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Portland to Seattle?
A 2-bedroom move of about 174 road miles costs roughly $1,720–$2,860 with full-service movers in October, or $770–$1,230 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Portland to Seattle?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.