Professional movers load your stuff, ship it to your new home, and unload it all for you. It’s the easiest—but most expensive—option. Learn more.
The Best Moving Companies in Seattle
Whether you’re moving across town or cross country, we’ve found the best moving companies for you. We analyzed the services, customer reviews, and costs for more than 20 movers in Seattle. These are our top picks.
Best long distance mover
Best container mover
Best local mover
Best truck rental
What type of moving company is right for you?
Professional movers
They handle it all.
Containers
You load, they ship.
You load up all your belongings, but the movers transport your container to your new home. It’s the middle road for effort and cost. Learn more.
Moving truck rentals
You do all the work.
Worried about costs? Rent a truck, load it yourself, drive it to your new home, and unload all your things. You do it all—and save a lot. Learn more.
Moving company | Customer rating | Services | Phone | Learn More |
| - Full service (local) - In-state moves - Interstate moves - Packing services - Office moving | 866-854-4629 | Get a Quote | |
| -Packing services -Storage -Local moves -Interstate moves | 206-508-5855 | Get a Quote | |
| -Packing services -Office relocation -Local moves -Interstate moves | 206-535-2424 | Get a Quote | |
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| -Packing services -Furniture delivery -Local moves | 206-251-1725 | Get a Quote | |
| -Packing services -Furniture delivery -Local moves -Interstate moves | 206-466-2113 | Get a Quote | |
| -Packing services -Local moves -Interstate moves -International moves | 206-635-7312 | Get a Quote |
Moving company | Move.org rating | Avg. cost for local move | Avg. cost for long-distance move | Phone | Learn more |
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| $1,370 | $4,300 | 866-229-4120 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,940 | $4,240 | 800-722-5728 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,500 | $3,880 | 888-947-7974 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,870 | $5,030 | 844-362-5303 | Get a Quote | |
| $1,730 | $4,100 | 800-468-4285 | Get a Quote |
Brand | Avg. local rental price** | Car trailers/tow dollies available | Website |
| $27.61 |  Yes | Get a Quote | |
| $324.07 |  No | Get a Quote | |
| $38.70 | Yes | Get a Quote | |
| $129.77 | No | Get a Quote | |
| $328.09 | Yes | Get a Quote |
All data current as of publish date.
*Prices averaged for 5 home sizes across 6 distances over 100 miles. Mileage included in long-distance quotes.
**Prices averaged for 5 home sizes (when different trucks were available) for a distance under 100 miles. Prices do not include mileage rates.
Not sure what kind of moving company you need?
Learn more about your moving options. Check out our list of moving truck deals and discounts from across the industry.
What to know about moving in Seattle
The average cost of living in Seattle was $2,438 in 2021.1 Unfortunately, this makes Seattle’s cost of living one of the highest in the US, so you should ensure you have a well-paying job lined up before you decide to move to the Emerald City.
The good news is that Seattle’s median yearly income is among the highest in the nation at $52,132.1 This means that if you want to live in a large, popular city, Seattle is one of your best options financially. As long as you can cope with all the gloomy weather, that is.
Short answer: book your moving services as soon as possible. The sooner you book the better. For one thing, prices for moving services usually increase the closer you book to your actual move date. You’ll likely pay less for a move booked months in advance than you would for a move you booked mere weeks before your move date.
Additionally, booking your moving services ASAP ensures you’ll have more companies to choose from. During peak moving season (May–August in most parts of the country), good moving companies are often booked out for two to three months. If you wait till the last minute to book your movers, you’ll probably be left with the companies at the bottom of the barrel—if you can even find any with availability.
Luckily, most moving companies accept bookings six months to a year in advance, so high prices and limited availability won’t be a problem if you plan your move right.
Got some clothing, appliances, furniture, or other household goods that you don’t want to move but you don’t want to throw away either? Use one of Seattle’s many donation centers to give your old stuff a new life. Here are just a few of Seattle’s donation centers:
If you’re looking for a charity that will come pick up your donations from your home, check out our list of charities that pick up donations. Many of the charities on our list (like Goodwill and the Salvation Army) have locations in or near Seattle.
On average, rent for a single bedroom apartment in Seattle was $1,648 in 2021.1 And while this is on the high end when compared to the rest of the country, it’s far cheaper than the average rent in places like Irvine, California ($2,364) and San Francisco ($1,889).
Best local movers in Seattle
Recommended resources
- The Only Moving Checklist You’ll Ever Need
- How Much Does It Cost to Move?
- 5 Ways to Tell If a Moving Company Is a Scam
- The Ultimate List of Moving Supplies for an Easy Move
- Managing Your Paperwork When You Move
- Do I Need Moving Insurance?
- Are Moving Expenses Tax Deductible?
- The Best Moving Discounts and Deals
- What Is the Cheapest Way to Move?
- Should I Hire a Professional Packing Service?
Sources
- Joe Roberts, “US Cities with the Lowest Cost of Living in 2021,” September 30, 2021. Accessed January 18, 2022.
