Moving from Rancho Cucamonga, CA to Hollywood, FL

It is 2681 mi and 46h 59m from Rancho Cucamonga to Hollywood β€” a cross-country move across 8 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.

2681 mi Β· 46h 59m by car Β· CA β†’ AZ β†’ NM β†’ TX β†’ LA β†’ MS β†’ AL β†’ FL

COL +7.2% Home values -44.6% Ξ” +9.3Β°F annual

Distance & route

Driving
2681 mi
Drive time
46h 59m
States
8
Fuel (25 mpg)
107 gal
Route throughCA β†’ AZ β†’ NM β†’ TX β†’ LA β†’ MS β†’ AL β†’ FL
Primary highwaysI 10, US 180, TX 130
Major cities en routeAnaheim, Riverside, Fontana, Ontario, Corona

Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.

Cost of living

Rancho CucamongaHollywoodU.S. avg
All items (RPP)106.442114.155100.0
Rents148.64197.235100.0
Goods101.431103.556100.0
Services129.312155.551100.0

Hollywood runs about 7.2% more expensive overall than Rancho Cucamonga β€” RPP 106.442 β†’ 114.155.

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.

Housing prices

Rancho Cucamonga β€” typical home
$792,765
Hollywood β€” typical home
$439,400
Rancho Cucamonga β€” typical rent
$2,839/mo
Hollywood β€” typical rent
$2,277/mo

Zillow ZHVI drops from $792,765 in Rancho Cucamonga to $439,400 in Hollywood, a 7.2% decrease on the typical home value.

YoY change: Rancho Cucamonga -0.6%, Hollywood -5.8%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.

Climate

1991–2020 normalsRancho CucamongaHollywood
Annual avg temperature67Β°F76Β°F
January avg low45Β°F59Β°F
July avg high94Β°F90Β°F
Annual snowfallβ€”β€”
Annual precipitation11.6"65.0"

Expect 9.3Β°F warmer year-round on the NOAA 1991–2020 normals.

Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: ONTARIO INTL AP, CA US, HOLLYWOOD, FL US).

Demographics

ACS 5-year 2023Rancho CucamongaHollywood
Population174,693152,935
Median household income$109,511$65,359
Median age37.941
Bachelor's degree or higher22.8%19.8%
Avg household size3.012.53

Expect median household income to fall 7.2% β€” $109,511 β†’ $65,359 per ACS 5-year estimates (2023).

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.

Jobs & wages

Rancho Cucamonga MSA β€” median wage
$47,450
Hollywood MSA β€” median wage
$46,510
Rancho Cucamonga MSA β€” employment
1,661,860
Hollywood MSA β€” employment
2,721,490

Top occupations in Hollywood MSA

OccupationEmploymentMedian wage
Office and Administrative Support Occupations 393,730 $41,640
Sales and Related Occupations 306,440 $37,640
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations 261,940 $30,720
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations 239,610 $37,610
Business and Financial Operations Occupations 194,910 $77,760

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.

Moving between California and Florida

California income tax
13.3% top marginal
Florida income tax
no state income tax

State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Florida'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 β€” 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

  • Pack rain gear on top: Hollywood averages 65.0 in of annual precipitation β€” waterproof jackets and boots are worth unpacking before the big boxes.
  • Hurricane season runs June through November β€” stock a basic emergency kit (water, flashlight, battery radio) 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.
  • Register to vote in Florida after establishing residency.

Frequently asked

When is the best time to move from Rancho Cucamonga to Hollywood?

Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 2681 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β€” see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.

How far is Hollywood, FL from Rancho Cucamonga, CA?

The driving distance is 2681 mi and the route typically takes 46h 59m via I 10 and US 180. The trip crosses 8 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.

How does the job market in Hollywood compare to Rancho Cucamonga?

BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $46,510 in the Hollywood MSA vs $47,450 in the Rancho Cucamonga MSA, on total employment of 2,721,490 and 1,661,860 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.

How does household income compare in Rancho Cucamonga vs Hollywood?

Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $65,359 in Hollywood vs $109,511 in Rancho Cucamonga β€” a 40.3% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.

Is Hollywood more expensive than Rancho Cucamonga?

Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Hollywood is 7.2% higher than Rancho Cucamonga (114.155 vs 106.442, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.

How much do homes cost in Hollywood compared to Rancho Cucamonga?

Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $439,400 in Hollywood vs $792,765 in Rancho Cucamonga β€” a 44.6% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.

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City profiles: Rancho Cucamonga, CA Β· Hollywood, FL.

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