Moving from Austin, TX to Seattle, WA
Your Complete Guide
Cost of Living Comparison
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 2,100-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Austin, TX and Seattle, WA.
Phoenix, AZ
The Valley of the Sun and fifth-largest city in the US, known for year-round warmth. A major metropolitan area with world-class golf and resorts.
Year-round sunshine, Camelback Mountain, and spring training baseball
Sacramento, CA
California's capital city known as America's Farm-to-Fork Capital. A rapidly growing city with a revitalized downtown and proximity to wine country.
Farm-to-fork dining, Old Sacramento, and state government
Portland, OR
A creative and eco-conscious Pacific Northwest city known for its food carts, craft breweries, and quirky culture. Keep Portland Weird is the motto.
Food carts, craft beer, Powell's Books, and bike-friendly culture
Los Angeles, CA
The City of Angels and entertainment capital with Hollywood, beaches, and diverse neighborhoods. A sprawling metropolis with world-class dining and culture.
Hollywood, Santa Monica Pier, Getty Center, and diverse cuisine
State Transition Guide: Texas → Washington
Moving from Texas to Washington? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Vehicle Registration
Things to Know About Washington
- No state income tax but sales tax can exceed 10% in some areas
- Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing, and Starbucks are headquartered here
- Rain is frequent west of the Cascades—east side is much drier