Moving from Boston, MA to Washington, DC
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 Washington compares to Boston
On median home value, Boston comes in at $684,900 — 3% lower than Washington, where the median is $705,000.
Boston's median household income runs $89,212, against $101,722 in Washington.
Boston's median rent sits at $1,981, against $1,817 in Washington.
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 | Boston, MA | Washington, DC |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 665,945 | 670,587 |
| Median home value | $684,900 | $705,000 |
| Median household income | $89,212 | $101,722 |
| Median gross rent | $1,981 | $1,817 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Relatively Moderate | Relatively High |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.