Moving from Santa Clarita, CA to Concord, CA
Moving from Santa Clarita, CA to Concord, CA covers 342 mi and about 6h 24m 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.
342 mi Β· 6h 24m by car Β· CA
Distance & route
| Route through | CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 5, I 580, I 680 |
| Major cities en route | Los Angeles, Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Lancaster |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Santa Clarita | Concord | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 113.566 | 115.613 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 158.589 | 172.585 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 106.623 | 108.465 | 100.0 |
| Services | 170.433 | 194.718 | 100.0 |
Cost-of-living overlap: BEA RPP for Santa Clarita (113.566) and Concord (115.613) are within a few points of each other.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Moderate housing drop: Concord ZHVI at $742,769 is 1.8% below Santa Clarita at $802,016.
YoY change: Santa Clarita -2.2%, Concord -3.4%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | Santa Clarita | Concord |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 66Β°F | 62Β°F |
| January avg low | 47Β°F | 41Β°F |
| July avg high | 94Β°F | 88Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.1" | β |
| Annual precipitation | 16.8" | 16.1" |
No material annual-average temperature gap; seasonal extremes may still differ.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: NEWHALL 5NW, CA US, CONCORD BUCHANAN FLD, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Santa Clarita | Concord |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 229,021 | 124,260 |
| Median household income | $119,926 | $109,195 |
| Median age | 38.1 | 38.6 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 26.5% | 26.1% |
| Avg household size | 3.04 | 2.72 |
Median household income in Concord is 1.8% below Santa Clarita ($119,926 β $109,195, ACS 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Concord 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 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
- 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 far is Concord, CA from Santa Clarita, CA?
The driving distance is 342 mi and the route typically takes 6h 24m via I 5 and I 580. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How much do homes cost in Concord compared to Santa Clarita?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $742,769 in Concord vs $802,016 in Santa Clarita β a 7.4% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
When is the best time to move from Santa Clarita to Concord?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 342 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
Is Concord more expensive than Santa Clarita?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Concord is 1.8% higher than Santa Clarita (115.613 vs 113.566, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How does household income compare in Santa Clarita vs Concord?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $109,195 in Concord vs $119,926 in Santa Clarita β a 8.9% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How does the job market in Concord compare to Santa Clarita?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $72,050 in the Concord MSA vs $50,490 in the Santa Clarita MSA, on total employment of 2,422,210 and 6,185,570 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
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City profiles: Santa Clarita, CA Β· Concord, CA.