Moving from Everett, WA to Chattanooga, TN

Cross-country relocations like Everett, WA β†’ Chattanooga, TN cover 2551 mi and about 45h 22m of driving through 9 states. Expect a multi-day trip and a meaningful change in climate, cost-of-living, and job market. The sections below compare each data layer directly from BEA, Census, Zillow, BLS, and NOAA.

2551 mi Β· 45h 22m by car Β· TN β†’ KY β†’ IL β†’ MO β†’ IA β†’ SD β†’ MT β†’ ID β†’ WA

COL -17.7% Home values -51.8% Ξ” +9.8Β°F annual

Distance & route

Driving
2551 mi
Drive time
45h 22m
States
9
Fuel (25 mpg)
102 gal
Route throughTN β†’ KY β†’ IL β†’ MO β†’ IA β†’ SD β†’ MT β†’ ID β†’ WA
Primary highwaysI 90, I 29, I 24
Major cities en routeMurfreesboro, Clarksville, St Louis, Columbia, Independence

Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.

Cost of living

EverettChattanoogaU.S. avg
All items (RPP)111.13391.464100.0
Rents92.81474.209100.0
Goods103.97295.994100.0
Services151.31476.55100.0

Chattanooga is 17.7% cheaper than Everett overall, per BEA Regional Price Parities (2024).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.

Housing prices

Everett β€” typical home
$662,786
Chattanooga β€” typical home
$319,579
Everett β€” typical rent
$1,885/mo
Chattanooga β€” typical rent
$1,520/mo

Typical home value in Chattanooga is 17.7% below Everett β€” $662,786 vs $319,579 per Zillow ZHVI (2026-03).

YoY change: Everett -0.9%, Chattanooga -0.8%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.

Climate

1991–2020 normalsEverettChattanooga
Annual avg temperature52Β°F62Β°F
January avg low35Β°F32Β°F
July avg high75Β°F91Β°F
Annual snowfallβ€”3.6"
Annual precipitation40.3"55.0"

Climate warms by 9.8Β°F on the annual average β€” 52.1Β°F β†’ 61.9Β°F.

Chattanooga averages 3.6 in of snow a year on the NOAA 1991–2020 normals β€” a light winter by U.S. standards.

Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: EVERETT, WA US, CHATTANOOGA LOVELL AP, TN US).

Demographics

ACS 5-year 2023EverettChattanooga
Population111,083182,832
Median household income$81,502$61,028
Median age37.136.6
Bachelor's degree or higher19.8%21.6%
Avg household size2.512.35

Income gap is large: median household income drops 17.7% between Everett and Chattanooga (ACS 2023).

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.

Jobs & wages

Everett MSA β€” median wage
$65,260
Chattanooga MSA β€” median wage
$43,150
Everett MSA β€” employment
2,079,090
Chattanooga MSA β€” employment
261,750

Top occupations in Chattanooga MSA

OccupationEmploymentMedian wage
Office and Administrative Support Occupations 34,970 $39,520
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations 27,430 $36,320
Production Occupations 26,510 $43,150
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations 24,780 $27,910
Sales and Related Occupations 22,460 $31,750

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.

Moving between Washington and Tennessee

Washington income tax
no state income tax
Tennessee income tax
no state income tax

State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Tennessee's DMV for the current deadline to transfer driver license and vehicle registration after establishing residency. Consult a tax professional for your specific filing situation β€” state tax treatment depends on residency, sourcing, and reciprocity agreements.

Best time to move

Moving companies typically charge 20–30% more between Memorial Day and Labor Day (peak season). October through April offers the lowest rates and better mover availability.

To avoid mid-semester school transfers, most U.S. families schedule moves between mid-June and mid-August. Public school calendars typically run late August or early September through late May or early June.

Winter driving along this route

  • I-40 through the Smokies and I-75 near Jellico Mountain can see chain requirements in winter storms.
  • I-75 at Jellico Mountain (KY/TN border) sees chain requirements in winter storms.
  • I-90 across western South Dakota can close in ground blizzards β€” check SD 511 November through April.
  • Montana interstates can close without notice in winter storms β€” check MDT 511 before entering the state November through April.
  • Lookout Pass (I-90) and Galena Summit (SH-75) require winter tires or chains during storms.
  • Snoqualmie Pass on I-90 and White Pass on US-12 see frequent chain requirements December through March β€” check WSDOT mountain passes report.

State DOT 511 phone or web services provide real-time road conditions year-round.

Packing & arrival checklist

  • Air conditioning matters: July highs in Chattanooga average 91Β°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
  • Pack rain gear on top: Chattanooga averages 55.0 in of annual precipitation β€” waterproof jackets and boots are worth unpacking before the big boxes.
  • Arrange utility connection (power, internet, gas, water) two weeks ahead of move-in.
  • Update mailing address with USPS change-of-address within the first week post-move.
  • Register to vote in Tennessee after establishing residency.

Frequently asked

Is Chattanooga more expensive than Everett?

Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Chattanooga is 17.7% lower than Everett (91.464 vs 111.133, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.

When is the best time to move from Everett to Chattanooga?

Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 2551 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β€” see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.

How far is Chattanooga, TN from Everett, WA?

The driving distance is 2551 mi and the route typically takes 45h 22m via I 90 and I 29. The trip crosses 9 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.

How much do homes cost in Chattanooga compared to Everett?

Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $319,579 in Chattanooga vs $662,786 in Everett β€” a 51.8% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.

How does the job market in Chattanooga compare to Everett?

BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $43,150 in the Chattanooga MSA vs $65,260 in the Everett MSA, on total employment of 261,750 and 2,079,090 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.

How does household income compare in Everett vs Chattanooga?

Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $61,028 in Chattanooga vs $81,502 in Everett β€” a 25.1% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.

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City profiles: Everett, WA Β· Chattanooga, TN.

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