Moving from Long Beach, CA to Simi Valley, CA
Moving from Long Beach, CA to Simi Valley, CA covers 62 mi and about 1h 19m 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.
62 mi Β· 1h 19m by car Β· CA
Distance & route
| Route through | CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 405, CA 118 |
| Major cities en route | Santa Ana, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Costa Mesa, Garden Grove |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Long Beach | Simi Valley | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 113.566 | 110.534 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 158.589 | 152.925 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 106.623 | 105.168 | 100.0 |
| Services | 170.433 | 171.096 | 100.0 |
Overall cost of living in Simi Valley and Long Beach 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 Long Beach and Simi Valley are within 5% of each other ($857,861 vs $844,909 on Zillow ZHVI, 2026-03).
YoY change: Long Beach +0.5%, Simi Valley -2.5%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | Long Beach | Simi Valley |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 65Β°F | 66Β°F |
| January avg low | 47Β°F | 43Β°F |
| July avg high | 81Β°F | 95Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | β | 0.0" |
| Annual precipitation | 12.0" | 16.4" |
Annual average temperatures in Long Beach (64.9Β°F) and Simi Valley (66.3Β°F) stay within 5Β°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Simi Valley gets essentially no annual snowfall on the NOAA 1991β2020 normals β winter gear can largely stay in storage.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: LONG BEACH DAUGHERTY FLD, CA US, WOODLAND HILLS PIERCE COLLEGE, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Long Beach | Simi Valley |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 458,491 | 125,769 |
| Median household income | $83,969 | $117,703 |
| Median age | 36.8 | 41.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 22.3% | 24.9% |
| Avg household size | 2.68 | 2.84 |
Median household income in Simi Valley is 2.7% above Long Beach ($83,969 vs $117,703, ACS 5-year 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Simi Valley MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 35,690 | $47,840 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 33,940 | $34,820 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 29,050 | $37,470 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 23,520 | $39,670 |
| Management Occupations | 20,990 | $124,680 |
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 Simi Valley average 95Β°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 Simi Valley compared to Long Beach?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $844,909 in Simi Valley vs $857,861 in Long Beach β a 1.5% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
When is the best time to move from Long Beach to Simi Valley?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 62 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How does household income compare in Long Beach vs Simi Valley?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $117,703 in Simi Valley vs $83,969 in Long Beach β a 40.2% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
Is Simi Valley more expensive than Long Beach?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Simi Valley is 2.7% lower than Long Beach (110.534 vs 113.566, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How does the job market in Simi Valley compare to Long Beach?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $48,380 in the Simi Valley MSA vs $50,490 in the Long Beach MSA, on total employment of 315,720 and 6,185,570 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How far is Simi Valley, CA from Long Beach, CA?
The driving distance is 62 mi and the route typically takes 1h 19m via I 405 and CA 118. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
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City profiles: Long Beach, CA Β· Simi Valley, CA.