Moving from Huntington Beach, CA to Concord, CA
Moving from Huntington Beach, CA to Concord, CA covers 405 mi and about 7h 38m 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.
405 mi Β· 7h 38m by car Β· CA
Distance & route
| Route through | CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 5, I 5 TRUCK, I 580 |
| Major cities en route | Irvine, Costa Mesa, Santa Ana, Anaheim, Garden Grove |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Huntington Beach | Concord | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 113.566 | 115.613 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 158.589 | 172.585 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 106.623 | 108.465 | 100.0 |
| Services | 170.433 | 194.718 | 100.0 |
Concord and Huntington Beach are close on the overall BEA RPP (113.566 vs 115.613); rent and services often drive the real difference.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Housing gap is large: Concord typical home at $742,769 is 1.8% under Huntington Beach at $1,366,658 (Zillow, 2026-03).
YoY change: Huntington Beach +2.8%, Concord -3.4%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | Huntington Beach | Concord |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 65Β°F | 62Β°F |
| January avg low | 49Β°F | 41Β°F |
| July avg high | 79Β°F | 88Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | β | β |
| Annual precipitation | 11.2" | 16.1" |
Climate is roughly comparable on the annual mean β 64.9Β°F vs 62.0Β°F per NOAA 1991β2020 normals.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: SANTA ANA JOHN WAYNE AP, CA US, CONCORD BUCHANAN FLD, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Huntington Beach | Concord |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 196,010 | 124,260 |
| Median household income | $119,885 | $109,195 |
| Median age | 43.4 | 38.6 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 29.5% | 26.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.53 | 2.72 |
Median household income in Concord is 1.8% below Huntington Beach ($119,885 β $109,195, ACS 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Concord MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 244,380 | $59,630 |
| Management Occupations | 237,070 | $171,350 |
| Business and Financial Operations Occupations | 211,250 | $104,950 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 194,040 | $39,200 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 183,930 | $49,390 |
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
- 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 Concord compared to Huntington Beach?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $742,769 in Concord vs $1,366,658 in Huntington Beach β a 45.7% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does the job market in Concord compare to Huntington Beach?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $72,050 in the Concord MSA vs $50,490 in the Huntington Beach MSA, on total employment of 2,422,210 and 6,185,570 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How does household income compare in Huntington Beach vs Concord?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $109,195 in Concord vs $119,885 in Huntington Beach β a 8.9% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
Is Concord more expensive than Huntington Beach?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Concord is 1.8% higher than Huntington Beach (115.613 vs 113.566, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How far is Concord, CA from Huntington Beach, CA?
The driving distance is 405 mi and the route typically takes 7h 38m via I 5 and I 5 TRUCK. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
When is the best time to move from Huntington Beach to Concord?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 405 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
Plan the move
Estimate costs with our moving cost calculator, or see where else to move from Huntington Beach.
City profiles: Huntington Beach, CA Β· Concord, CA.