Moving from New York, NY to Washington, DC
Straight-line distance: 204 miles.
| Home size | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bedroom | $639 – $984 |
| 2-3 bedroom | $1,860 – $2,837 |
| 4+ bedroom house | $3,395 – $5,163 |
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 New York
New York's median home value is $732,100 — 4% higher than Washington's $705,000.
Median household income is $76,607 in New York versus $101,722 in Washington.
Typical rent runs $1,714 in New York and $1,817 in Washington.
Housing costs are mixed: Washington, DC has the lower median home value while New York, NY has lower median rent. This reflects housing only, not total cost of living.
| Metric | New York, NY | Washington, DC |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,622,467 | 670,587 |
| Median home value | $732,100 | $705,000 |
| Median household income | $76,607 | $101,722 |
| Median gross rent | $1,714 | $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.