Top Fort Collins, CO to Seattle, WA Movers

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1. Exodus Moving and Storage: 4.86 out of 5 stars
2. All My Sons Moving & Storage: 4.86 out of 5 stars
3. Little Guys Movers : 4.76 out of 5 stars
4. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK: 4.76 out of 5 stars
5. Two College Movers: 4.72 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Colorado to Washington

If you're moving a studio or one-bedroom home from Colorado to Washington, you can expect to spend between $1,423 and $5,493. For a two- or three-bedroom place, prices usually range from $3,074 to $7,698 on the same route (CO to WA). Got a larger household? Moving a four- or five-bedroom home from Colorado to Washington typically runs between $5,455 and $9,456.

Cost of moving containers from Colorado to Washington

If you're moving from Colorado to Washington, expect to pay between $1,016 and $2,514 for a small load. For a home with two or three bedrooms, prices typically range from $1,892 up to $3,656. Larger moves of four bedrooms or more can run between $2,614 and $4,748. Check out our guide on PODS cost for more details.

Check out the most affordable moving container companies for your move from Colorado.

Cost of moving truck rentals from Colorado to Washington

A moving rental truck is generally the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor.

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $830 to $1,586. A two to three-bedroom move will cost $955 to $1,905, and moving a home with four or more bedrooms or from Colorado to Washington costs around $1,201 to $2,445.

These quotes include the estimated fuel cost.

• You may want to budget more for rent in Seattle, since prices are typically 13% higher than in Fort Collins.
• The home prices in Seattle are 55.1% higher than in Fort Collins, which could mean saving up before buying a home, taking on a bigger mortgage, or downsizing.
• You're likely to make a higher income living in Seattle, where incomes are, on average, 20.3% higher than in Fort Collins. Major employers in Seattle include Amazon.com, Starbucks, and Costco Wholesale.
• Be sure to budget for higher bills in Seattle, since the cost of living for a single person in Seattle is 74.8% higher than in Fort Collins. This includes routine expenses like utilities, groceries, clothing, and transportation.
• If you're moving your family to Seattle, keep in mind that your living expenses could increase. The cost of living for a family in Seattle is 104.4% higher than in Fort Collins.
• The unemployment rate in Seattle is 14.29% lower than in Fort Collins.
• Shopping and dining out will likely be a little pricier in Seattle, since its sales taxes are 37.09% higher than what you are paying in Fort Collins.
• One perk of moving to Seattle is paying less in state income taxes, which are 100.00% lower than in Fort Collins.

• The population of Seattle is about 334% greater than Fort Collins, so you may find more to see and do in your new surroundings. Of course, with more people can also come increased competition for jobs and housing.
• Seattle offers better access to buses and trains than Fort Collins, based on public transportation ratings. Seattle has a transit score of 8 out of 10 compared to 4 in Fort Collins. The higher the score, the more public transportation pickup and dropoff locations a city provides.
• Living in Seattle means you'll likely be within closer walking distance to restaurants, shops, parks, and entertainment than you are in Fort Collins. Seattle is considered more walkable than Fort Collins, with a score of 74 out of 100 versus 37 out of 100 in Fort Collins. A city's walkability score indicates how pedestrian-friendly it is in terms of proximity of neighborhoods to amenities.
• You probably won't see as many cycling lanes or off-road trails in Seattle, which is ranked as less bike-friendly than Fort Collins. While Fort Collins has a bike-friendliness score of 78 out of 100, Seattle earned a 71. Scores are based on factors like whether a city accommodates cyclists on major roadways, how often people bike to work, and how many steep hills it has.
• The crime rate in Seattle is higher than in Fort Collins, so you may want to exercise a little extra caution as you're acclimating to your new location. While the crime index is 58.88 in Seattle, it is 17.0 in Fort Collins. With this index, the lower the score, the better, since it indicates a city's crime levels.
• You may want to exercise more caution as you're getting used to your new surroundings in Seattle. With a crime index of 49.23, Seattle ranks lower in overall safety than Fort Collins, whose index is 72.86. The safety index measures how safe people in a city feel about walking alone, both during the day and at night, as well as data on muggings, theft, vandalism, and other instances of petty crime.
• The air quality in Seattle and Fort Collins is generally the same (Good). Cities with good to moderate ratings have clean or acceptable air quality, with the possibility of small pollutants affecting people with certain health conditions like asthma. Anything beyond the moderate rate means increased impact on residents.

• Weather: Although Seattle has a reputation for frequent rain, the climate in Seattle is very unlikely to affect your move.
• HOA rules: Be sure to review your community or HOA guidelines before moving day to avoid any surprises or delays.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator, make sure to find out how to reserve it ahead of your move.
• Truck parking permits: Many cities require special permits for parking large moving trucks. Check in advance to see if one is needed for your move.
• State licensing: Movers operating within Washington DC city limits are subject to regulation by the Utilities and Transportation Commission, which issues operating permits to household goods moving companies. Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Washington moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Washington doesn't require moving permits, but it's still a good idea to check local parking rules before your move-in day.
• Change of address: We suggest filing your USPS change of address form at least one week before your move. You'll be able to set your official move date, helping ensure your mail is forwarded correctly to Seattle. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry. When planning a move in Washington state, explore movers' insurance options for added peace of mind. Many moving companies offer Released Value Protection at no extra cost, covering items at 60 cents per pound. Enhance your protection by discussing Full Value Protection with the moving company or exploring personalized plans with third-party insurance providers. Understand coverage limits, potential extra costs, and read reviews to make an informed decision on your Washington state moving insurance.
• Moving checklist: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• Ballard
• Capitol Hill
• Fremont
• Lower Queen Anne
• South Lake Union

Best neighborhoods for families

• Greenwood
• Laurelhurst
• Magnolia
• Upper Queen Anne
• West Seattle

Things to do in Seattle

Once you're settled into your new home in Washington, it's time to get out and discover what Seattle has to offer. No matter your interests, there's something for everyone here:

• Arts and culture: You'll find museums and cultural hubs throughout Seattle, such as the Museum of Popular Culture (MoPOP), Olympic Sculpture Park, National Nordic Museum, Chihuly Garden and Glass, and Museum of Flight.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Discovery Park, Olympic Sculpture Park, Green Lake Park, and Carkeek Park — along with other locations, ideal for trails, cycling, or enjoying the fresh air.
• Sports: Experience the energy of a live game and back the home team at an Seattle Seahawks (NFL), Seattle Mariners (MLB), Seattle Kraken (NHL), or Seattle Sounders FC (MLS) game.