Moving from Roseville, CA to Virginia Beach, VA
A 2883 mi cross-country move between Roseville and Virginia Beach is 50h 59m on paper and typically three to five days in practice, through 11 states. Nearly every household line β rent, taxes, climate, commute β usually shifts. This page assembles the federal and Zillow data to make those differences visible on a single screen.
2883 mi Β· 50h 59m by car Β· VA β WV β KY β IN β IL β MO β NE β WY β UT β NV β CA
Distance & route
| Route through | VA β WV β KY β IN β IL β MO β NE β WY β UT β NV β CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 80, I 64, I 70 |
| Major cities en route | Chesapeake, Norfolk, Hampton, Newport News, Richmond |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Roseville | Virginia Beach | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 106.67 | 97.941 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 151.29 | 89.579 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 105.168 | 96.767 | 100.0 |
| Services | 130.23 | 99.805 | 100.0 |
Expect about 8.2% lower overall cost of living β BEA RPP 2024 has Virginia Beach at 97.941 vs Roseville at 106.67.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Expect roughly 8.2% lower home prices β ZHVI goes from $644,324 to $427,032 moving to Virginia Beach.
YoY change: Roseville -1.4%, Virginia Beach +2.8%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | Roseville | Virginia Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 61Β°F | 60Β°F |
| January avg low | 38Β°F | 32Β°F |
| July avg high | 94Β°F | 87Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | β | 3.4" |
| Annual precipitation | 18.0" | 46.6" |
Annual average temperatures in Roseville (61.2Β°F) and Virginia Beach (59.8Β°F) stay within 5Β°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Virginia Beach averages 3.4 in of snow a year on the NOAA 1991β2020 normals β a light winter by U.S. standards.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: SACRAMENTO METRO AP, CA US, OCEANA NAS, VA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Roseville | Virginia Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 152,438 | 457,066 |
| Median household income | $117,354 | $90,685 |
| Median age | 39.8 | 37.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 30% | 25% |
| Avg household size | 2.63 | 2.54 |
Virginia Beach households earn about 8.2% less than Roseville at the median β $117,354 β $90,685 on ACS 2023.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Virginia Beach MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 82,690 | $39,820 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 71,490 | $29,090 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 69,500 | $31,880 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 59,850 | $38,810 |
| Business and Financial Operations Occupations | 57,140 | $79,090 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between California and Virginia
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Virginia'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 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
- I-64 across Afton Mountain and I-77 at Fancy Gap see chain requirements in winter storms.
- I-77 at Flat Top Mountain and I-64 through the Greenbrier Valley see chain requirements in winter storms.
- I-75 at Jellico Mountain (KY/TN border) sees chain requirements in winter storms.
- I-80 across southern Wyoming frequently closes in winter storms November through April β check WYDOT 511 before departure.
- I-80 through Parleys Canyon and I-70 through the San Rafael Swell see winter closures; I-15 north of Salt Lake can slow in storms.
- I-80 east of Reno and US-50 across the Sierra can require chains in winter storms.
- 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.
Frequently asked
Is Virginia Beach more expensive than Roseville?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Virginia Beach is 8.2% lower than Roseville (97.941 vs 106.67, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How much do homes cost in Virginia Beach compared to Roseville?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $427,032 in Virginia Beach vs $644,324 in Roseville β a 33.7% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does household income compare in Roseville vs Virginia Beach?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $90,685 in Virginia Beach vs $117,354 in Roseville β a 22.7% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How far is Virginia Beach, VA from Roseville, CA?
The driving distance is 2883 mi and the route typically takes 50h 59m via I 80 and I 64. The trip crosses 11 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
When is the best time to move from Roseville to Virginia Beach?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 2883 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How does the job market in Virginia Beach compare to Roseville?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $46,990 in the Virginia Beach MSA vs $55,290 in the Roseville MSA, on total employment of 737,200 and 1,048,170 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
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City profiles: Roseville, CA Β· Virginia Beach, VA.