Moving Companies in Kent, WA

Moving from Kent

Kent, Washington, is located in the heart of the Seattle-Tacoma metro — about 20 miles south of Seattle and 20 miles northeast of Tacoma — and is one of the largest, fastest growing cities in the state. The city has a lot to offer! Residents take advantage of the biking and hiking trails for exercise or adventure, shop in the retail shops, dine in the restaurants and enjoy the arts and cultural events that occur throughout the city year-round. These activities have made Kent a great place to live, work and raise a family! But if its time move from the area, you’ll need to find a moving company that understands the challenges that moving from a big metropolitan area can bring. U-Pack specializes in long-distance city moves to just about anywhere in the country. Our local service centers covers the area, including Seattle. Check your locations on our coverage map or get a free moving quote.

Fun Facts about Kent, WA

Did you know these facts about Kent?

• The city has been named one of the fastest growing cities in the country in the U.S. by WalletHub. The report credits the city’s growing job market and affordable cost of living as primary factors in the city’s growth.
• Over 8,000 businesses call the city home, including e-retail giant Amazon and aerospace and defense manufacturing company Boeing. Additionally, Starbucks Coffee has a roasting plant located in the city.
• During the Great Depression, the city was considered the Lettuce Capital of the World. The lettuce fields were eventually sold. That land then became home to the Boeing Space Center. It was at this facility that the Apollo Lunar Rover was built.
• The city is home to numerous musicians, artists, athletes, politicians, writers and entertainers. Some of the city’s notable residents include rapper Ben Haggerty (better known by his stage name, Macklemore), National Soccer Hall of Fame midfielder Shannon Higgins-Cirovski, ESPN analyst Kenny Mayne, and former NBA player Rodney Stuckey.