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hey everyone moving to Washington in
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2025 here's what you need to know first
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up let's talk weather Washington's
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climate is pretty diverse if you're in
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the western part like Seattle expect
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mild wet Winters and cool dry Summers
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think rain rain and more rain but don't
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worry you'll get used to it on the flip
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side Eastern Washington like Spokane is
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drier and experiences more extreme
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temperatures cold snowy Winters and hot
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dry Summers so pack accordingly now
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let's dive into the cost of living
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Washington isn't the cheap state but
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it's not California expensive either in
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Seattle the cost of living is quite high
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with housing being the biggest expense
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expect to pay around $700,000 for a
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median home or $2,200 per month for rent
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but if you move to cities like Spokane
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or Tacoma things get much more
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affordable plus there's no state income
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tax which is a huge bonus all right
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let's move on to some moving tips first
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timing is everything try to move during
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the spring or fall when the weather is
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avoid winter if you can especially in
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the mountainous regions next do your
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research on neighborhoods each city has
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its own Vibe for example Seattle's
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Capitol Hill is known for its vibrant
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nightlife and art scene while bellw is
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more Suburban with great schools also
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consider the commute traffic in the
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Seattle area can be a nightmare so
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living close to work or near public
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transportation can save you a lot of
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headaches speaking of which Washington
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has a pretty decent public
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transportation system especially in the
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fug sound region Light Rail buses
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fairies plenty of options to get around
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and don't forget to explore Washington
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is packed with beautiful scenery Mount
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rineer the Olympic Peninsula the San
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Juan Islands the list goes on outdoor
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enthusiasts will love it here hiking
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skiing boating there's no shortage of
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activities finally connect with the
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community washingtonians are generally
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friendly and welcoming join local groups
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or online forums to meet people and get
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Insider tips volunteering is also a
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great way to get involved in make new
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friends so there you have it a quick
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guide to moving to Washington in 2025
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weather cost of living moving tips
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you're all set thanks for watching and
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welcome to Washington don't forget to
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more tips and guides see you next time
