Best Seattle to Salem Movers

How Much Do Seattle to Salem Movers Cost?

Moving 219 miles from Seattle, WA to Salem, OR will typically cost between $2,000 and $4,500 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 Salem that already have a booked job heading from Salem to Seattle. Their moving truck would be making the trip back to Salem from Seattle entirely empty. If you can find a Salem moving company willing to move your stuff on the return leg, you'll score a real deal!

Moving Containers: A cheaper Seattle to Salem 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 Salem movers to unpack the container and move you into your new home. You'll have to piece this Seattle to Salem 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 Salem 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 Salem, OR long distance movers.

Rating Methodology

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

Our original review-based ranking algorithm

We started with a total of 37 companies that offer interstate moving services in both the Seattle and Salem areas.

From these 37 companies, we analyzed a total of 19,579 reviews dating all the way back to September 2006.

We also reviewed a total of 27 state and federal moving licenses from these 37 companies and 203 different 3rd party review and social profiles.

Each of the ~19,000 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 4,764 Seattle to Salem 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 All Service Moving).

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The Great Guys Moving 11-Point Rating Breakdown

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

Quality

Overall quality of the service provided on moving day.

8.79/10 avg (Seattle & Salem combined) from 11,678 reviews

Punctuality

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

8.50/10 avg (Seattle & Salem combined) from 3,932 reviews

Affordability

How affordable was the moving service?

7.74/10 avg (Seattle & Salem combined) from 1,743 reviews

Communication

Responsiveness before, during, and after the move.

7.84/10 avg (Seattle & Salem combined) from 4,259 reviews

Stick to Prices

Was the final price consistent with the original quote?

6.77/10 avg (Seattle & Salem combined) from 1,356 reviews

Speed

Efficiency without taking unnecessary time to increase costs.

8.91/10 avg (Seattle & Salem combined) from 5,369 reviews

Friendliness

Was the moving crew cordial and friendly on moving day?

9.24/10 avg (Seattle & Salem combined) from 7,030 reviews

Will Hire Again

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

8.51/10 avg (Seattle & Salem combined) from 11,570 reviews

Professionalism

Did the moving crew behave professionally on moving day?

8.61/10 avg (Seattle & Salem combined) from 6,543 reviews

Conflict Handling

How well the company responds to accidents and issues.

4.72/10 avg (Seattle & Salem combined) from 1,054 reviews

Precision & Care

Were walls scratched? Did furniture get damaged or lost?

8.53/10 avg (Seattle & Salem combined) from 5,534 reviews

From Seattle to Salem: Comparable Neighborhoods at a Glance

• Capitol Hill in Seattle & Downtown Salem in Salem are both known for their local eateries & bustling nightlife
• Seattle's Ballard neighborhood & Salem's West Salem both share riverfront parks & craft breweries
• If you're moving from Queen Anne, check out Highland in the Salem area for the hilltop views & vintage homes
• Do you enjoy West Seattle's suburban vibe & family-friendly atmosphere? You're sure to love South Salem
• Move from Columbia City to South East Salem and continue to enjoy these neighborhood qualities: diverse eateries & community feel
• Belltown & Downtown Salem are both known for their urban nightlife & high-density housing

Pros and Cons of Moving from Seattle to Salem

ConsSeattle, WA

• Higher cost of living
• Heavy traffic
• More rainy days
• Less affordable housing

ProsSalem, OR

• Lower cost of living
• Less traffic
• Milder weather
• More affordable housing

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Salem, OR

• Smaller job market
• Fewer cultural events
• Less public transit
• Fewer dining options

Seattle, WA

• Vibrant tech scene
• Larger cultural events
• Extensive public transit
• More dining options

Pros of moving from Seattle to Salem

• Say goodbye to the higher cost of living and hello to the lower cost of living
• Look forward to moving away from the heavy traffic and moving to Salem with less traffic
• Swap the more rainy days of Seattle for milder weather in Salem
• Get ready for more affordable housing in Salem

Cons of moving from Seattle to Salem

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the vibrant tech scene in Seattle to live with a smaller job market in Salem
• You'll lose out on the pro of larger cultural events and have to settle for the con of fewer cultural events
• Time to bid farewell to extensive public transit and get used to less public transit in Salem
• Swap more dining options for fewer dining options

Seattle vs. Salem: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Seattle to Salem, you will be trading the iconic Salmon of Seattle for the equally delicious Marionberry Pie of Salem. And while the locals in Seattle rave about their flavorful Teriyaki and sumptuous Tacos, Salem residents know they have tasty BBQ Ribs and Food Truck Burgers to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Pho they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan Burrito of Salem. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Seattle eateries like Canlis, Rover's (Closed), and Matt's in the Market. After the boxes are unpacked in Salem, don't wait too long before making your way to Salem's acclaimed eateries like Word of Mouth Bistro, Bentley's Grill, and Busick Court.

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

Discover Salem Restaurants You'll Love

Moving to Salem 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 Pink Door in Seattle, we're sure you'll love DaVinci Ristorante, Willamette Valley Pie Company, and Rafns' Restaurant in Salem. See our Salem restaurant discovery table below to find the closest comparison restaurant to all of your cherished Seattle hotspots. For example, if you enjoyed dining at Ray's Boathouse, head to Amadeus Café on your first Friday night after the boxes are unpacked.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Seattle and Salem

• The Modern and Craftsman architecture that Seattle is known for will be replaced with the Mid-century and Craftsman architecture typical of Salem.
• Compared to Seattle's real estate listings that commonly reference views and green spaces, Salem real estate listings often highlight features like family-friendly and quiet neighborhoods.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Salem is less walkable than Seattle.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Salem is less bike-friendly than Seattle.
• Salem has less of an urban feel than Seattle.
• Salem housing costs are 51% less expensive than they are in Seattle, with a median home price of $427,534 compared to Seattle’s $879,412.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Salem have increased by 44% compared to a 20% increase in Seattle.
• Rent in Salem is 26.61% more affordable than in Seattle.

Pet-friendly Neighborhoods in Salem, OR

1. West Salem : You will love the abundance of parks and green spaces, perfect for walking your furry friends.
2. Englewood : Known for its sidewalks and pet-friendly cafes, you and your pet will find it welcoming and accessible.
3. South Gateway : This area boasts numerous pet-friendly trails and outdoor spots for you and your pet to explore.

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

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Seattle to Salem. Salem gets 14% more sunshine days than Seattle.
• Salem has higher humidity and a similar 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 floods in Salem.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Salem is 7 degrees warmer than in Seattle.
• The average winter lows are 3 degrees colder than they are in Seattle.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Salem. Salem receives 1.8 more inches of rain compared to Seattle.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Seattle and Salem

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Salem tend to earn about 42% less than in Seattle
• The COLI in Salem is 9% lower than what you are used to living in Seattle
• Bummer... By moving from WA to OR, you'll now have a state income tax of 9.9%
• The affluence in Salem is moderate compared to high in Seattle
• The poverty level is high in Salem compared to moderate in Seattle
• In terms of homelessness, it is significant in Seattle and moderate in Salem

Political and Religious Climate in Seattle vs. Salem

• Seattle tends to lean Liberal/Democratic in its political climate
• Salem, on the other hand, is often described as moderately Liberal/Democratic
• Salem's religious environment can be described as more Diverse Religious Affiliation
• Seattle's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as less Religiously Affiliated

Seattle vs. Salem Traffic and Public Transit Considerations

• Woohoo! Expect to spend about 18% less time stuck in traffic commuting to work in Salem compared to your Seattle daily drive. That's an annual savings of 2,600 minutes freely earned!
• You can expect traffic in Salem to be better than it is in Seattle.
• Public transit is less readily available in Salem.