Moving from Tacoma, WA, to Phoenix, AZ

Setting up a home in Arizona’s capital city

Making a 1,400-mile move from Tacoma, WA, to Phoenix, AZ, takes you to a larger state capital city.

Phoenix’s population of 1.6 million is significantly larger than Tacoma’s, which is just over 219,000. The metro area in Phoenix is also larger, with over 4.8 million residents, compared to the Tacoma-Seattle metro area's 4 million residents.

Continue reading to learn more about the opportunities available in the desert environment of Phoenix.

Expect more sunshine in Phoenix

Are you ready for more sun in Phoenix? The city averages almost 300 sunny days per year, while Portland averages only 144. Summer high temperatures in Portland are typically in the low 80s, but you’ll experience much hotter temperatures in Phoenix, averaging 105 degrees.

Precipitation is significantly lower in Phoenix, with an average of less than 10 inches of rain per year and no snowfall. In contrast, Portland averages 43 inches of rain and 3 inches of snow annually.

Employment opportunities in the “Valley of the Sun”

The job market in Phoenix is strong, with large employers, including Amazon, American Express, Arizona State University, Banner Health, Honeywell Aerospace, Intel, Mayo Clinic and Wells Fargo.

The following are some of the most popular career fields in Phoenix:

  • Bioscience
  • Clean Energy
  • Construction
  • Education
  • Finance
  • Government
  • Healthcare
  • Insurance
  • Logistics
  • Technology

Enjoy these Phoenix attractions

Phoenix is home to a variety of attractions that showcase its natural beauty, including Camelback Mountain, South Mountain Park and the Desert Botanical Garden.

Visitors also enjoy the Arizona Science Center’s engaging exhibits, the pieces at the Phoenix Art Museum and the cultural collections at the Heard Museum.

Families often visit the Phoenix Zoo for the vast array of animals.

Relocate to Phoenix with U-Pack

U-Pack® has nationwide service centers and nearly 30 years of experience in long-distance moves. Our locations near Tacoma and Phoenix are ready to serve you. We’re a DIY moving service where you handle packing, loading, and unloading, and we drive your belongings to your new home in Arizona. Get a free online quote today or call us at 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to speak to a moving consultant.