82 movers in Anacortes
Uptown Moving & Storage
"I made the mistake of hiring these goons when I moved from Washington state to Ohio. They left tons of items in my old house in Washington state-paintings my deceased grandmother and dad made, bath towels, baking pans etc. When they finally arrive..."
Safe to go Movers
"Do not use these people. They do not take care of your things at all. As well as overcharge. Anything that could break, did break. Furniture is chipped on the wood parts. Total disregard for our things"
Mountain Moving and Storage
"This has been 3 1/2 months of total stress. After getting through the arrival of our belongings from storage in Washington (not told in advance the shipping would be subcontracted to Stevens Worldwide), with a driver taking a nap throughout most o..."
NorthWest Relocation
"I agree, DO NOT use this company. They didn't deliver all of my stuff either--half of my recliner, appliance dolly, several totes and boxes;several items damaged(handle on refridgerator broken off, stainless steal trash can bashed in, and more. Th..."
Liberty Relocation, Inc
"Original price quote was $1,674 for a one bedroom apartment with 286 cu ft. Price actually charged at time of pick up on June 30th was $1,675 based on 300 cu. ft. $150 in parking materials (even though it says they are free on the form), for a t..."
What to know when moving to Anacortes, WA
Anacortes at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A highly educated community with 45.6% of residents holding a bachelor's degree.
- The Major Draw:
- The median household income is $92,925, which is higher than the national average.
- The Reality Check:
- With 27.1% of residents renting, the housing market may be competitive.
- Commute:
- Only 1.1% of residents use public transit.
- Top Tip:
- Budget for a median gross rent of $1,596.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $1,596, which may require careful budgeting.
- Median owner-occupied home value is $659,800, indicating a relatively high housing market.
- 45.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher, contributing to a well-educated community.
- The poverty rate stands at 8.0%, suggesting a moderate level of economic stability.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In Washington state, the overall crime rates have been trending downward, reflecting improvements in safety.
- Violent crime: The state annual rate is 282.2 per 100k, which is 13.2% lower than the national rate of 325.3.
- Property crime: The state annual rate is 1,940.4 per 100k, exceeding the national rate of 1,546.9 by 25.4%.
- Notable trend: Homicide rates have decreased by 46.1% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Washington).
Weather & Getting Outside
Anacortes experiences about 150 rainy days annually, with total precipitation of 27.8 inches. This means being prepared for wet weather is essential.
- Parks & outdoor spots worth checking out:
- Deception Pass State Park - 4.8 stars (13,337 reviews)
- Washington Park - 4.8 stars (1,664 reviews)
- Bay View State Park - 4.5 stars (1,161 reviews)
- Cap Sante Park - 4.8 stars (1,050 reviews)
Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.
