Moving from Concord, CA to Davie, FL

A 3010 mi cross-country move between Concord and Davie is 54h 1m on paper and typically three to five days in practice, through 8 states. Nearly every household line β€” rent, taxes, climate, commute β€” usually shifts. This page assembles the federal and Zillow data to make those differences visible on a single screen.

3010 mi Β· 54h 1m by car Β· CA β†’ AZ β†’ NM β†’ TX β†’ LA β†’ MS β†’ AL β†’ FL

COL -1.3% Home values -30.7% Ξ” +13.9Β°F annual

Distance & route

Driving
3010 mi
Drive time
54h 1m
States
8
Fuel (25 mpg)
120 gal
Route throughCA β†’ AZ β†’ NM β†’ TX β†’ LA β†’ MS β†’ AL β†’ FL
Primary highwaysI 40, I 20, I 10
Major cities en routeVallejo, Fairfield, Antioch, Oakland, Berkeley

Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.

Cost of living

ConcordDavieU.S. avg
All items (RPP)115.613114.155100.0
Rents172.58597.235100.0
Goods108.465103.556100.0
Services194.718155.551100.0

Concord and Davie sit within 5% on the overall BEA RPP β€” the composite diff is small, but rent or groceries alone may move more.

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.

Housing prices

Concord β€” typical home
$742,769
Davie β€” typical home
$515,020
Concord β€” typical rent
$2,512/mo
Davie β€” typical rent
$2,387/mo

Zillow ZHVI drops from $742,769 in Concord to $515,020 in Davie, a 1.3% decrease on the typical home value.

YoY change: Concord -3.4%, Davie -4.6%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.

Climate

1991–2020 normalsConcordDavie
Annual avg temperature62Β°F76Β°F
January avg low41Β°F58Β°F
July avg high88Β°F90Β°F
Annual snowfallβ€”0.0"
Annual precipitation16.1"68.8"

Annual temperature rises 13.9Β°F moving to Davie per NOAA normals.

Snowfall is a non-factor at the destination: Davie sees under an inch a year per NOAA normals.

Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: CONCORD BUCHANAN FLD, CA US, FT LAUDERDALE, FL US).

Demographics

ACS 5-year 2023ConcordDavie
Population124,260106,412
Median household income$109,195$87,171
Median age38.637.2
Bachelor's degree or higher26.1%24.5%
Avg household size2.722.77

Davie households earn about 1.3% less than Concord at the median β€” $109,195 β†’ $87,171 on ACS 2023.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.

Jobs & wages

Concord MSA β€” median wage
$72,050
Davie MSA β€” median wage
$46,510
Concord MSA β€” employment
2,422,210
Davie MSA β€” employment
2,721,490

Top occupations in Davie MSA

OccupationEmploymentMedian wage
Office and Administrative Support Occupations 393,730 $41,640
Sales and Related Occupations 306,440 $37,640
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations 261,940 $30,720
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations 239,610 $37,610
Business and Financial Operations Occupations 194,910 $77,760

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.

Moving between California and Florida

California income tax
13.3% top marginal
Florida income tax
no state income tax

State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Florida's DMV for the current deadline to transfer driver license and vehicle registration after establishing residency. Consult a tax professional for your specific filing situation β€” state tax treatment depends on residency, sourcing, and reciprocity agreements.

Best time to move

Moving companies typically charge 20–30% more between Memorial Day and Labor Day (peak season). October through April offers the lowest rates and better mover availability.

To avoid mid-semester school transfers, most U.S. families schedule moves between mid-June and mid-August. Public school calendars typically run late August or early September through late May or early June.

Winter driving along this route

  • Donner Pass (I-80) and Tejon Pass (I-5 Grapevine) see chain requirements and occasional closures December through March.
  • I-17 and I-40 through the Flagstaff area can see winter closures; the rest of Arizona is generally clear year-round.
  • Raton Pass (I-25 at the Colorado line) can close in winter storms.

State DOT 511 phone or web services provide real-time road conditions year-round.

Packing & arrival checklist

  • Air conditioning matters: July highs in Davie average 90Β°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
  • Pack rain gear on top: Davie averages 68.8 in of annual precipitation β€” waterproof jackets and boots are worth unpacking before the big boxes.
  • You are moving to a noticeably warmer climate (13.9Β°F higher annual average). Keep summer clothing accessible and consider donating or storing heavy winter gear.
  • Hurricane season runs June through November β€” stock a basic emergency kit (water, flashlight, battery radio) during unpack.
  • Arrange utility connection (power, internet, gas, water) two weeks ahead of move-in.
  • Update mailing address with USPS change-of-address within the first week post-move.
  • Register to vote in Florida after establishing residency.

Frequently asked

How does the job market in Davie compare to Concord?

BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $46,510 in the Davie MSA vs $72,050 in the Concord MSA, on total employment of 2,721,490 and 2,422,210 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.

Is Davie more expensive than Concord?

Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Davie is 1.3% lower than Concord (114.155 vs 115.613, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.

When is the best time to move from Concord to Davie?

Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 3010 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β€” see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.

How far is Davie, FL from Concord, CA?

The driving distance is 3010 mi and the route typically takes 54h 1m via I 40 and I 20. The trip crosses 8 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.

How much do homes cost in Davie compared to Concord?

Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $515,020 in Davie vs $742,769 in Concord β€” a 30.7% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.

How does household income compare in Concord vs Davie?

Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $87,171 in Davie vs $109,195 in Concord β€” a 20.2% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.

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City profiles: Concord, CA Β· Davie, FL.

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