Moving from Raleigh, NC to Washington, DC
Straight-line distance: 230 miles.
| Home size | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bedroom | $664 – $1,025 |
| 2-3 bedroom | $1,908 – $2,915 |
| 4+ bedroom house | $3,467 – $5,281 |
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 Raleigh
Raleigh's median home value is $347,000 — 51% lower than Washington's $705,000.
Households earn a median $78,631 in Raleigh, compared with $101,722 in Washington.
Median rent is $1,371 in Raleigh, compared with $1,817 in Washington.
Climate risk is a wash here — both cities carry a "Relatively High" FEMA rating.
Raleigh, NC comes out ahead on housing affordability versus Washington, DC, with both a lower median home value and lower rent. Housing only — not the full cost-of-living picture.
| Metric | Raleigh, NC | Washington, DC |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 465,517 | 670,587 |
| Median home value | $347,000 | $705,000 |
| Median household income | $78,631 | $101,722 |
| Median gross rent | $1,371 | $1,817 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Relatively High | Relatively High |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.