Moving from Washington, DC to Boston, MA
Straight-line distance: 394 miles.
| Home size | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bedroom | $825 – $1,285 |
| 2-3 bedroom | $2,210 – $3,406 |
| 4+ bedroom house | $3,925 – $6,025 |
Estimates based on typical per-mile and per-room moving-industry rates; actual quotes vary by mover, season, and access. Not a quote from any specific company.
How Boston compares to Washington
On median home value, Washington comes in at $705,000 — 3% higher than Boston, where the median is $684,900.
Washington's median household income runs $101,722, against $89,212 in Boston.
Washington's median rent sits at $1,817, against $1,981 in Boston.
FEMA rates Washington's natural-hazard risk higher than Boston's: Relatively High versus Relatively Moderate.
It's a split decision on housing: Boston, MA wins on home value, Washington, DC wins on rent. Neither comes out ahead on both.
| Metric | Washington, DC | Boston, MA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 670,587 | 665,945 |
| Median home value | $705,000 | $684,900 |
| Median household income | $101,722 | $89,212 |
| Median gross rent | $1,817 | $1,981 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Relatively High | Relatively Moderate |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.