Top Seattle, WA to Eugene, OR Movers

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1. Eco Movers Moving & Storage: 4.8 out of 5 stars
2. Hansen Bros Moving and Storage: 4.86 out of 5 stars
3. Seattle Movers: 4.76 out of 5 stars
4. Access Gentle Moving: 4.76 out of 5 stars
5. Gentle Giant Moving Company: 4.62 out of 5 stars

Cost to hire movers from Washington to Oregon

Moving a studio or one-bedroom home from Washington to Oregon typically costs between $1,237 and $4,076. For a two- or three-bedroom home, expect prices to fall between $2,206 and $6,487 when moving from WA to OR. If you're tackling a large move (think four or five bedrooms) from Washington to Oregon, you're looking at costs ranging from $2,985 up to $8,507.

Cost of moving containers from Washington to Oregon

If you're relocating from Washington to Oregon, you'll typically spend between $757 and $1,770 for a small move. Have a two or three-bedroom home? Plan for costs to range from $1,292 up to $2,450. If you're moving a larger home—four bedrooms or more—expect to pay anywhere between $1,705 and $3,231. For a full breakdown, check out our complete PODS cost guide.

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Cost of moving truck rentals from Washington to Oregon

Looking to save money? Renting a moving truck is usually your cheapest option. Just keep in mind that you'll handle all the lifting, packing, and driving yourself.

If you're moving out of a studio or one-bedroom and renting a truck, plan to spend between $394 and $693. For two- or three-bedroom moves, prices typically land between $407 and $804. Dealing with a four-bedroom-plus home? Expect rental truck costs to be somewhere between $529 and $920.

These cost ranges already include estimated fuel costs.

• Rent prices in Eugene are 19% lower than in Seattle, which means you'll have more money in your pocket each month.
• In terms of homeownership, you'll be able to get more for your money in Eugene.
  Home prices in Eugene are 45.4% lower than in Seattle.
• Income in Eugene is 19.8% lower than in Seattle, so you could earn less for doing the same job. The top employers in Eugene — including Hynix Semiconductor Manufacturing America Inc, Bi-Mart, and Pap — may pay more.
• Get ready to save some money on recurring expenses like food, gas, and utility bills in Eugene. On average, the cost of living for a single person there is 51.5% lower than in Seattle.
• A move to Eugene can help cut down on a family's routine expenses, including utilities, transportation, and groceries. The cost of living for a family of four is 55.3% less than what it costs in Seattle.
• The unemployment rate in Eugene is 31.25% higher than in Seattle.
• You'll spend less on retail and restaurants in Eugene, since the city's sales taxes in Eugene are 100.00% lower than in Seattle.
• State income taxes in Eugene are 9.90% higher than in Seattle.

• Eugene might offer you a slower pace of life, since the population is about 76% less than Seattle.
• Getting around Eugene without a car might be more difficult than in Seattle. Eugene has a public transportation score of 5 out of 10, whereas Seattle is ranked 8. Ratings are based on a city's transit connectivity, service frequency, and accessibility to key destinations like jobs and grocery stores.
• Eugene neighborhoods and districts might not be as easy to navigate on foot as Seattle. Based on its score of 46 out of 100, Eugene isn't as walkable as Seattle, which has a score of 74 out of 100. The higher the walkability score a city has, the easier it is to access amenities. The most walkable cities also tend to be more densely populated and have shorter block lengths.
• Eugene and Seattle are similarly bike-friendly based on their comparable ratings of 72 and 71 respectively. Bike-friendliness scores between 50 and 100 indicate varying levels of infrastructure to support cyclists, including bike lanes and roadway connectivity. Cities with scores under 50 are considered more car-dependent.
• Eugene has a lower crime rate than Seattle based on scores of 6.0 and Seattle's 58.88, respectively. The crime index shows how safe a city is perceived to be. So, a lower score generally means less crime.
• You might find more confidence in your overall safety in Eugene than in Seattle, based on Eugene's safety index of 54.24 versus 49.23 for Seattle. With this index, higher scores indicate more safety, particularly around how comfortable residents feel walking alone during the day and at night.
• The air quality in Eugene and Seattle 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: July, August and September are the most pleasant months in Eugene. So consider these months when you're planning to move to this city.
• 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: Moving companies headquartered in Oregon must possess an up-to-date USDOT Number as well as a license issued by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). Double-check that the moving company is properly licensed before you hire them.
• State regulator: You can check the status of a Oregon moving license through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving Permits: Oregon 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 Eugene. Start the process here.
• Moving company insurance: Each state has its own requirements for the level of insurance moving companies must carry. Released Value Protection is a cost-effective choice as it comes at no extra cost. Movers provide this option without additional charges, but the coverage it offers is minimal. With Released Value Protection, the mover's liability is limited to 60 cents per pound per article.
• Moving checklist: Use our moving checklist to stay on top of every detail and reduce last-minute stress.

Best neighborhoods for singles

• West University
• Whiteaker
• Downtown

Best neighborhoods for families

• Jefferson Westside
• West Eugene
• Santa Clara
• College Hill
• Southeast Eugene

Things to do in Eugene

After settling into your new Oregon home, you'll want to branch out and explore your new city. Luckily, Eugene has lots to offer, no matter what you're interested in:

• Arts and culture: Eugene is home to museums and cultural arts centers like the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, Oregon Air and Space Museum, and Lane County History Museum.
• Outdoor recreation: The city's Hendricks Park, Skinner Butte Park, Pre's Trail, and Alton Baker Park — among other sites — are great places to hike, ride bikes, or just enjoy nature.
• Sports: Catch a live game and cheer on the home team at an Eugene Emeralds (Baseball-Northwest League) and Oregon Ducks (Pac-12) game.