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Cost to move from Washington, DC to Seattle, WA
About 2,786 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $6,850–$10,740 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 | $2,740–$4,300 | $2,990–$4,750 | $3,680–$5,920 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $4,060–$6,350 | $4,560–$7,250 | $3,690–$5,950 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $6,850–$10,740 | $7,600–$12,090 | $3,700–$5,980 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $11,190–$17,570 | $12,440–$19,820 | $3,720–$6,040 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $15,250–$23,920 | $17,000–$27,070 | $3,740–$6,100 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 2,786 mi) | $5,380 | $8,460 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $6.03/gal) | $650 | $820 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $440 | $750 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $390 | $710 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.47/h in Washington vs. $22.95/h in Seattle (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $6.03/gal (East Coast, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 1,949 people moved from District of Columbia to Washington in one year, and 443 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $6,370–$9,990 |
| April | $6,850–$10,740 |
| July | $7,880–$12,350 |
| October | $6,850–$10,740 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Washington to Seattle?
A 2-bedroom move of about 2,786 road miles costs roughly $6,850–$10,740 with full-service movers in October, or $3,700–$5,980 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Washington to Seattle?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.