Moving from Fontana, CA to Roseville, CA
Moving from Fontana, CA to Roseville, CA covers 449 mi and about 8h 21m by car through 1 state(s). That is far enough that housing, cost-of-living, climate, and job market can all move meaningfully β the sections below pull current figures from BEA, Zillow, the Census Bureau, BLS, and NOAA to map exactly where the differences fall.
449 mi Β· 8h 21m by car Β· CA
Distance & route
| Route through | CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 5, CA 210, I 5 TRUCK |
| Major cities en route | Riverside, San Bernardino, Moreno Valley, Rialto, Corona |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Fontana | Roseville | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 106.442 | 106.67 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 148.641 | 151.29 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 101.431 | 105.168 | 100.0 |
| Services | 129.312 | 130.23 | 100.0 |
Overall cost of living in Roseville and Fontana is within Β±5% on the BEA Regional Price Parity (2024) β plan your budget on category-level differences instead.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Typical home values in Fontana and Roseville are within 5% of each other ($639,032 vs $644,324 on Zillow ZHVI, 2026-03).
YoY change: Fontana -1.8%, Roseville -1.4%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | Fontana | Roseville |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 67Β°F | 61Β°F |
| January avg low | 45Β°F | 38Β°F |
| July avg high | 94Β°F | 94Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | β | β |
| Annual precipitation | 11.6" | 18.0" |
Roseville is 5.6Β°F cooler on the annual average (66.8Β°F vs 61.2Β°F, NOAA 1991β2020).
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: ONTARIO INTL AP, CA US, SACRAMENTO METRO AP, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Fontana | Roseville |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 211,921 | 152,438 |
| Median household income | $98,187 | $117,354 |
| Median age | 33.3 | 39.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 14.7% | 30% |
| Avg household size | 3.71 | 2.63 |
Median household income in Roseville is 0.2% above Fontana ($98,187 β $117,354, ACS 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Roseville MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 127,580 | $49,240 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 92,040 | $35,560 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 79,450 | $43,790 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 78,260 | $38,490 |
| Business and Financial Operations Occupations | 71,860 | $81,700 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Best time to move
Moving companies typically charge 20β30% 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.
State DOT 511 phone or web services provide real-time road conditions year-round.
Packing & arrival checklist
- Air conditioning matters: July highs in Roseville average 94Β°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
- Wildfire season in California typically peaks July through October β register for county emergency alerts 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.
Frequently asked
How much do homes cost in Roseville compared to Fontana?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $644,324 in Roseville vs $639,032 in Fontana β a 0.8% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
When is the best time to move from Fontana to Roseville?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 449 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How does the job market in Roseville compare to Fontana?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $55,290 in the Roseville MSA vs $47,450 in the Fontana MSA, on total employment of 1,048,170 and 1,661,860 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How does household income compare in Fontana vs Roseville?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $117,354 in Roseville vs $98,187 in Fontana β a 19.5% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How far is Roseville, CA from Fontana, CA?
The driving distance is 449 mi and the route typically takes 8h 21m via I 5 and CA 210. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Is Roseville more expensive than Fontana?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Roseville is 0.2% higher than Fontana (106.67 vs 106.442, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
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City profiles: Fontana, CA Β· Roseville, CA.