Moving from Pasadena, CA to Savannah, GA
A 2413 mi cross-country move between Pasadena and Savannah is 42h 17m on paper and typically three to five days in practice, through 10 states. Nearly every household line — rent, taxes, climate, commute — usually shifts. This page assembles the federal and Zillow data to make those differences visible on a single screen.
2413 mi · 42h 17m by car · GA → AL → MS → TN → AR → OK → TX → NM → AZ → CA
Distance & route
| Route through | GA → AL → MS → TN → AR → OK → TX → NM → AZ → CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 40, I 22, US 66 HIST |
| Major cities en route | South Fulton, Atlanta, Sandy Springs, Birmingham, Memphis |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Pasadena | Savannah | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 113.566 | 95.206 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 158.589 | 88.603 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 106.623 | 96.269 | 100.0 |
| Services | 170.433 | 86.012 | 100.0 |
Expect about 16.2% lower overall cost of living — BEA RPP 2024 has Savannah at 95.206 vs Pasadena at 113.566.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Expect roughly 16.2% lower home prices — ZHVI goes from $1,209,228 to $326,509 moving to Savannah.
YoY change: Pasadena -1.0%, Savannah -3.5%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Pasadena | Savannah |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 66°F | 68°F |
| January avg low | 46°F | 40°F |
| July avg high | 89°F | 92°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.0" | 0.0" |
| Annual precipitation | 20.1" | 48.1" |
Annual average temperatures in Pasadena (66.0°F) and Savannah (67.5°F) stay within 5°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Savannah gets essentially no annual snowfall on the NOAA 1991–2020 normals — winter gear can largely stay in storage.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: PASADENA, CA US, SAVANNAH INTL AP, GA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Pasadena | Savannah |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 136,462 | 147,546 |
| Median household income | $103,778 | $56,782 |
| Median age | 40.1 | 33.7 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 30% | 20.6% |
| Avg household size | 2.39 | 2.52 |
Savannah households earn about 16.2% less than Pasadena at the median — $103,778 → $56,782 on ACS 2023.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Savannah MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 24,950 | $41,600 |
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 21,870 | $37,820 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 21,400 | $28,500 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 18,460 | $31,030 |
| Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations | 12,220 | $76,810 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between California and Georgia
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Georgia'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
- I-40 through the Smokies and I-75 near Jellico Mountain can see chain requirements in winter storms.
- Raton Pass (I-25 at the Colorado line) can close in winter storms.
- I-17 and I-40 through the Flagstaff area can see winter closures; the rest of Arizona is generally clear year-round.
- 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 Savannah average 92°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
- Tropical storms are possible August through October on the Atlantic coast.
- 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 Georgia after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
How does the job market in Savannah compare to Pasadena?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $43,490 in the Savannah MSA vs $50,490 in the Pasadena MSA, on total employment of 188,970 and 6,185,570 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How much do homes cost in Savannah compared to Pasadena?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $326,509 in Savannah vs $1,209,228 in Pasadena — a 73.0% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does household income compare in Pasadena vs Savannah?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $56,782 in Savannah vs $103,778 in Pasadena — a 45.3% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
Is Savannah more expensive than Pasadena?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Savannah is 16.2% lower than Pasadena (95.206 vs 113.566, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
What is the climate difference between Pasadena and Savannah?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 67.5°F in Savannah vs 66.0°F in Pasadena (1.5°F warmer). Annual snowfall: 0.0 in vs 0.0 in. Annual precipitation: 48.1 in vs 20.1 in.
When is the best time to move from Pasadena to Savannah?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 2413 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How far is Savannah, GA from Pasadena, CA?
The driving distance is 2413 mi and the route typically takes 42h 17m via I 40 and I 22. The trip crosses 10 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
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City profiles: Pasadena, CA · Savannah, GA.