Moving from San Francisco, CA to Antioch, CA
It is a 90 mi drive, roughly 2h 22m, between San Francisco, CA and Antioch, CA. At mid-range distance you typically see real gaps open up on cost of living, home values, and climate — not just scenery. This page assembles the comparison from federal data sources and Zillow Research for a single-page view of the move.
90 mi · 2h 22m by car · CA
Distance & route
| Route through | CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | CA 4, CA 37, I 680 |
| Major cities en route | Santa Rosa, Vallejo, Richmond, Fairfield, Berkeley |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| San Francisco | Antioch | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 115.613 | 115.613 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 172.585 | 172.585 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 108.465 | 108.465 | 100.0 |
| Services | 194.718 | 194.718 | 100.0 |
Overall price level is comparable — 115.613 vs 115.613 on the 2024 BEA RPP. Category-level gaps (rents, services) may still be meaningful.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Expect roughly 0.0% lower home prices — ZHVI goes from $1,356,662 to $598,211 moving to Antioch.
YoY change: San Francisco +5.0%, Antioch -3.9%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | San Francisco | Antioch |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 56°F | 63°F |
| January avg low | 46°F | 40°F |
| July avg high | 62°F | 91°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.0" | 0.0" |
| Annual precipitation | 20.6" | 12.6" |
Annual temperature rises 6.3°F moving to Antioch per NOAA normals.
Antioch 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: SAN FRANCISCO OCEANSIDE, CA US, ANTIOCH PUMPING PLT #3, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | San Francisco | Antioch |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 836,321 | 115,759 |
| Median household income | $141,446 | $94,256 |
| Median age | 39.7 | 38.1 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 35.1% | 17.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.31 | 3.13 |
Antioch households earn about 0.0% less than San Francisco at the median — $141,446 → $94,256 on ACS 2023.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Antioch 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 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.
State DOT 511 phone or web services provide real-time road conditions year-round.
Packing & arrival checklist
- Air conditioning matters: July highs in Antioch average 91°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
- Dry climate: Antioch sees only 12.6 in of precipitation a year. A humidifier helps keep wood furniture from cracking and is easier on skin and sinuses.
- Wildfire season in California typically peaks July through October — 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
When is the best time to move from San Francisco to Antioch?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 90 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How does household income compare in San Francisco vs Antioch?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $94,256 in Antioch vs $141,446 in San Francisco — a 33.4% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How far is Antioch, CA from San Francisco, CA?
The driving distance is 90 mi and the route typically takes 2h 22m via CA 4 and CA 37. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How much do homes cost in Antioch compared to San Francisco?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $598,211 in Antioch vs $1,356,662 in San Francisco — a 55.9% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does the job market in Antioch compare to San Francisco?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $72,050 in the Antioch MSA vs $72,050 in the San Francisco MSA, on total employment of 2,422,210 and 2,422,210 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
What is the climate difference between San Francisco and Antioch?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 62.5°F in Antioch vs 56.2°F in San Francisco (6.3°F warmer). Annual snowfall: 0.0 in vs 0.0 in. Annual precipitation: 12.6 in vs 20.6 in.
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