Moving from Santa Rosa, CA to Roseville, CA
Moving from Santa Rosa, CA to Roseville, CA covers 109 mi and about 2h 25m 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.
109 mi Β· 2h 25m by car Β· CA
Distance & route
| Route through | CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 80, CA 12, CA 121 |
| Major cities en route | Richmond, Vallejo, Berkeley, Concord, Antioch |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Santa Rosa | Roseville | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 107.784 | 106.67 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 154.777 | 151.29 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 105.168 | 105.168 | 100.0 |
| Services | 139.569 | 130.23 | 100.0 |
Cost-of-living overlap: BEA RPP for Santa Rosa (107.784) and Roseville (106.67) are within a few points of each other.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Moderate housing drop: Roseville ZHVI at $644,324 is 1.0% below Santa Rosa at $718,726.
YoY change: Santa Rosa -2.2%, Roseville -1.4%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | Santa Rosa | Roseville |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 59Β°F | 61Β°F |
| January avg low | 38Β°F | 38Β°F |
| July avg high | 82Β°F | 94Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.0" | β |
| Annual precipitation | 31.5" | 18.0" |
No material annual-average temperature gap; seasonal extremes may still differ.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: SANTA ROSA, CA US, SACRAMENTO METRO AP, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Santa Rosa | Roseville |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 177,216 | 152,438 |
| Median household income | $97,410 | $117,354 |
| Median age | 40.5 | 39.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 21.3% | 30% |
| Avg household size | 2.6 | 2.63 |
Median household income in Roseville is 1.0% above Santa Rosa ($97,410 vs $117,354, ACS 5-year 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Roseville MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 127,580 | $49,240 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 92,040 | $35,560 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 79,450 | $43,790 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 78,260 | $38,490 |
| Business and Financial Operations Occupations | 71,860 | $81,700 |
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
- Air conditioning matters: July highs in Roseville average 94Β°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
- 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 Roseville, CA from Santa Rosa, CA?
The driving distance is 109 mi and the route typically takes 2h 25m via I 80 and CA 12. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How much do homes cost in Roseville compared to Santa Rosa?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $644,324 in Roseville vs $718,726 in Santa Rosa β a 10.4% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does the job market in Roseville compare to Santa Rosa?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $55,290 in the Roseville MSA vs $51,670 in the Santa Rosa MSA, on total employment of 1,048,170 and 206,310 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
Is Roseville more expensive than Santa Rosa?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Roseville is 1.0% lower than Santa Rosa (106.67 vs 107.784, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
When is the best time to move from Santa Rosa to Roseville?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 109 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How does household income compare in Santa Rosa vs Roseville?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $117,354 in Roseville vs $97,410 in Santa Rosa β a 20.5% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
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City profiles: Santa Rosa, CA Β· Roseville, CA.