Moving from Glendale, CA to Beaumont, TX
It is 1636 mi and 28h 10m from Glendale to Beaumont — a cross-country move across 4 states. Housing, cost of living, climate, and tax picture all tend to shift substantially at this distance. This page pulls the current figures from each federal source and Zillow Research into one comparison.
1636 mi · 28h 10m by car · CA → AZ → NM → TX
Distance & route
| Route through | CA → AZ → NM → TX |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 10, US 180, TX 130 |
| Major cities en route | Santa Clarita, Palmdale, Simi Valley, Burbank, Los Angeles |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Glendale | Beaumont | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 113.566 | 90.046 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 158.589 | 83.098 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 106.623 | 93.757 | 100.0 |
| Services | 170.433 | 70.939 | 100.0 |
You are looking at a 20.7% cheaper overall price level — 113.566 → 90.046 on the latest BEA Regional Price Parities.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
20.7% drop on the typical home value — a meaningful shift in monthly mortgage math.
YoY change: Glendale -0.6%, Beaumont +1.4%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Glendale | Beaumont |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 65°F | 70°F |
| January avg low | 43°F | 43°F |
| July avg high | 86°F | 92°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.0" | 0.1" |
| Annual precipitation | 16.5" | 65.1" |
Expect 5.0°F warmer year-round on the NOAA 1991–2020 normals.
Effectively snow-free year in Beaumont — NOAA normals show near-zero annual snowfall.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: BURBANK VALLEY PUMP PLT, CA US, BEAUMONT CITY, TX US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Glendale | Beaumont |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 192,270 | 113,710 |
| Median household income | $84,262 | $57,530 |
| Median age | 41.4 | 35.3 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 28.7% | 17.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.63 | 2.53 |
Expect median household income to fall 20.7% — $84,262 → $57,530 per ACS 5-year estimates (2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Beaumont MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 17,280 | $38,670 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 13,980 | $27,000 |
| Construction and Extraction Occupations | 13,530 | $50,120 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 12,850 | $37,500 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 12,740 | $31,290 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between California and Texas
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Texas'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 — 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 Beaumont average 92°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: Beaumont averages 65.1 in of annual precipitation — waterproof jackets and boots are worth unpacking before the big boxes.
- Coastal Texas sees hurricanes June through November; inland areas face severe thunderstorms and occasional tornadoes in spring.
- 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 Texas after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
How does household income compare in Glendale vs Beaumont?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $57,530 in Beaumont vs $84,262 in Glendale — a 31.7% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
Is Beaumont more expensive than Glendale?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Beaumont is 20.7% lower than Glendale (90.046 vs 113.566, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
When is the best time to move from Glendale to Beaumont?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 1636 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How does the job market in Beaumont compare to Glendale?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $45,300 in the Beaumont MSA vs $50,490 in the Glendale MSA, on total employment of 155,500 and 6,185,570 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How much do homes cost in Beaumont compared to Glendale?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $166,671 in Beaumont vs $1,201,880 in Glendale — a 86.1% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How far is Beaumont, TX from Glendale, CA?
The driving distance is 1636 mi and the route typically takes 28h 10m via I 10 and US 180. The trip crosses 4 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
What is the climate difference between Glendale and Beaumont?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 69.5°F in Beaumont vs 64.5°F in Glendale (5.0°F warmer). Annual snowfall: 0.1 in vs 0.0 in. Annual precipitation: 65.1 in vs 16.5 in.
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City profiles: Glendale, CA · Beaumont, TX.