Best Seattle to Glendale Movers

How Much Do Seattle to Glendale Movers Cost?

Moving 1,126 miles from Seattle, WA to Glendale, CA will typically cost between $2,500 and $6,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.

Pro tip for the cheapest long distance move

Find long distance movers in Glendale that already have a booked job heading from Glendale to Seattle. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Glendale from Seattle entirely empty. If you can find a Glendale moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Seattle to Glendale moving option

Hire local Seattle movers for the pickup location at an hourly rate. They can quickly load your moving container. When your container is dropped off at your new home, hire Glendale movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Seattle to Glendale move together yourself with at least 3 different companies. Taking on this scheduling responsibility will save you a little money by moving with this strategy.

How we ranked the top Seattle to Glendale movers

Why you should trust us

We take reviews seriously to protect people just like you! Our team has been crunching data on moving companies since 2010. Our math-based ranking system uses data, manual review, and statistical analysis to help you hire the best Seattle, WA to Glendale, CA long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

Here's the methodology we used to come up with the best movers for the Seattle to Glendale moving route:

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 48 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Seattle and Glendale areas.

From these 48 companies, we analyzed a total of 20,773 reviews dating all the way back to September 2006.

We also reviewed a total of 30 state and federal moving licenses from these 48 companies and 233 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~20,000 reviews was scored according to our detailed 11-point rating criteria

Reviews are time-weighted so that more recent reviews carry more weight. This helps you understand how a mover is doing today... not 5 years ago. We have 5,037 Seattle to Glendale moving company data points from the past 2 years that carry more weight.

Bayesian averages calculated to fairly account for the differences between companies that are newer(like Seattle Moves & More) vs older more established companies (like Prodigy Moving & Storage).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

Our 11-point rating criteria scores every Seattle to Glendale moving company across 11 of the most important criteria for a succesful moving experience.

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.72/10 avg (Seattle & Glendale combined) from 14,604 reviews

Punctuality

Did the crew show up on-time with the required equipment?

8.51/10 avg (Seattle & Glendale combined) from 5,292 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.78/10 avg (Seattle & Glendale combined) from 3,060 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.92/10 avg (Seattle & Glendale combined) from 5,960 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.79/10 avg (Seattle & Glendale combined) from 2,229 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.92/10 avg (Seattle & Glendale combined) from 7,236 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.19/10 avg (Seattle & Glendale combined) from 8,203 reviews

Will Hire Again

How likely a customer is to hire the same movers again.

8.47/10 avg (Seattle & Glendale combined) from 14,536 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.60/10 avg (Seattle & Glendale combined) from 8,447 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.60/10 avg (Seattle & Glendale combined) from 1,608 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.43/10 avg (Seattle & Glendale combined) from 7,516 reviews

From Seattle to Glendale: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Capitol Hill in Seattle & Downtown Glendale in Glendale are both known for their local eateries & bustling nightlife
• Seattle's Fremont neighborhood & Glendale's Montrose both share an arts district with quirky local shops
• If you're moving from Queen Anne, check out Adams Hill in the Glendale area for the hillside views & historic homes
• Do you enjoy Wallingford's family-friendly suburb & mid-priced homes? You're sure to love Rossmoyne
• Move from Beacon Hill to Chevy Chase Canyon and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: quiet hillside residential enclave
• Ravenna & Verdugo Woodlands are both known for their wooded green spaces & parks
• Seattle's Northgate neighborhood & Glendale's Galleria District neighborhood both have suburban shopping & big-box retail

Pros and Cons of Moving from Seattle to Glendale

ConsSeattle, WA

• Frequent rain
• Higher living cost
• Long commutes
• Less diverse cuisine

ProsGlendale, CA

• Sunnier days
• Lower living cost
• Shorter commutes
• More diverse cuisine

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Glendale, CA

• Less greenery
• Hotter summers
• Quieter music scene
• Fewer coffee shops

Seattle, WA

• Lush greenery
• Cool summers
• Vibrant music scene
• Abundant coffee shops

Pros of moving from Seattle to Glendale

• Say goodbye to frequent rain and hello to sunnier days
• Look forward to moving away from higher living costs and moving to Glendale with lower living costs
• Swap the long commutes of Seattle for shorter commutes in Glendale
• Get ready for more diverse cuisine in Glendale

Cons of moving from Seattle to Glendale

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from lush greenery in Seattle to live with less greenery in Glendale
• You'll lose out on the pro of cool summers and have to settle for the con of hotter summers
• Time to bid farewell to the vibrant music scene and get used to the quieter music scene in Glendale
• Swap abundant coffee shops for fewer coffee shops

Seattle vs. Glendale: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Seattle to Glendale, you will be trading the iconic Salmon of Seattle for the equally delicious Kebab of Glendale. And while the locals in Seattle rave about their flavorful Pho and sumptuous Fish Tacos, Glendale residents know they have tasty Shawarma and Falafel to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Beyond Sushi they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Grain Bowls of Glendale. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Seattle eateries like Pike Place Chowder, Canlis, and Loulay. After the boxes are unpacked in Glendale, don't wait too long before making your way to Glendale's acclaimed eateries like Raffi's Place, Porto's Bakery, and Carousel.

When comparing lifestyles, Glendale shows less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Seattle. Food truck fans will discover a less desirable selection in Glendale compared to what you are used to in Seattle. Also, the overall foodie scene is less bustling in Glendale.

Discover Glendale Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Glendale is an opportunity to try lots of new restaurants. Sure, you'll miss your old Seattle favorites, but we've got you covered. If you loved Canlis, Pike Place Chowder, and The Walrus and the Carpenter in Seattle, we're sure you'll love The Americana, Fish King, and Fish Dish in Glendale. See our Glendale restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Seattle hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Serious Pie, head to Michael's Pizzeria on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Seattle and Glendale

• The Modern and Craftsman architecture that Seattle is known for will be replaced with the Spanish and Mediterranean architecture typical of Glendale.
• Compared to Seattle's real estate listings that commonly reference views and sustainability, Glendale's real estate listings often highlight features like luxury and proximity.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away as Glendale is less walkable than Seattle.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike as Glendale is less bike-friendly than Seattle.
• Glendale has less of an urban feel than Seattle.
• Glendale housing costs are 37% more expensive than they are in Seattle, with a median home price of $1,201,412 compared to Seattle’s $879,412.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Glendale have increased by 44% compared to a 20% increase in Seattle.
• Rent in Glendale is 31.65% more expensive than in Seattle.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Glendale, CA

1. 1 Montrose & Sparr Heights: Walkable, tree-lined streets with quick access to parks and lots of pet-friendly patios and services along Honolulu Avenue.
2. 2 Glenoaks Canyon: Quiet, low-traffic canyon blocks with immediate access to Glenoaks Canyon Park and hillside trails for great on-leash adventures.
3. 3 Crescenta Highlands: Close to Deukmejian Wilderness Park and nearby dog parks, with wide sidewalks and residential calm ideal for daily walks.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Seattle and Glendale

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Seattle to Glendale. Glendale gets 87% more sunshine days than Seattle.
• Glendale has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Seattle.
• Say goodbye to the possible earthquakes and volcanoes in Seattle but be on the lookout for potential earthquakes and wildfires in Glendale.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Glendale is 14 degrees warmer than in Seattle.
• The average winter lows are 7 degrees warmer than they are in Seattle.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Glendale. Glendale receives 16.5 fewer inches of rain compared to Seattle.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Seattle and Glendale

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Glendale tend to earn about 28% less than in Seattle
• The COLI in Glendale is 12% higher than what you are used to living in Seattle
• Bummer... By moving from WA to CA, you'll now have a state income tax of up to 13.3%
• The affluence in Glendale is moderate compared to high in Seattle
• The poverty level is moderate in Glendale compared to moderate in Seattle
• In terms of homelessness, it is high in Seattle and moderate to high in Glendale

Political and Religious Climate in Seattle vs. Glendale

• Seattle tends to lean Liberal/Democratic in its political climate
• Glendale, on the other hand, is often described as moderate with a mix of Democratic and Republican
• Glendale's religious environment can be described as having a higher religious affiliation with significant Christian and Armenian Apostolic populations
• Seattle's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as less religiously affiliated