Moving from Charlotte, NC, to Portland, OR

From the Hornet’s Nest to the City of Roses 

Relocating from Charlotte, North Carolina, to Portland, Oregon, is a cross-country move of nearly 2,800 miles.  

Portland is a bit smaller than Charlotte, with 653,000 residents compared to 875,000. The metro areas follow the same pattern, with Portland having 2.5 million people and Charlotte’s population measuring over 2.8 million. 

Leaving “The Hornet’s Nest” for a new life in “the City of Roses” also means better public transportation, so get ready to explore the unique town.  

Expect cooler summer temperatures on the West Coast

Both Charlotte and Portland have all four seasons and get around 43 inches of rain each year. The cities are also similar in terms of winter precipitation levels, averaging just 2-3 inches of snow annually.   

Summer highs rarely exceed 81 degrees in Portland, compared to 90 in Charlotte. Winter low temperatures are similar at 36 degrees in Portland and 33 degrees in Charlotte. 

Farm to table and other foodie dreams? Yes, please! 

Like Charlotte, Portland is a great city for foodies. From farm-to-table to local delicacies, you will surely find something to please your palette. WalletHub named Portland the best food city in 2022. 

Its location in the Pacific Northwest makes it a good spot for seafood, and the nearby farmland provides fresh meat and produce for local restaurants. 

If you don’t find what you like inside, be sure to visit one of the city’s many food carts (what most places call “food trucks”) outside. 

Cheering on some new teams 

Like Charlotte, Portland is home to three professional sports teams, though the sports are different. In Portland, you can cheer on the Portland Trailblazers (NBA), the Portland Timbers (MLS) or the Portland Thorns FC (NWSL). 

For college sports fans, Portland won’t disappoint. Watch rival university teams, the University of Portland Pilots and the Portland State University Vikings, compete in basketball, baseball and soccer. Or get your football fix at Portland State.  

If you’re into running, check out the Portland State Marathon or the Hoods to Coast Relay in the city. 

U-Pack is the perfect option for moves to Oregon

Looking for an easy way to move long distance? U-Pack® can help! With service centers near Charlotte and Portland, we offer exceptional service and affordable self-moving options to ensure your belongings are safely transported. For more info, call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 or request a free quote online!