Moving from Savannah, GA to Burbank, CA
It is 2425 mi and 42h 29m from Savannah to Burbank — a cross-country move across 10 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.
2425 mi · 42h 29m by car · GA → AL → MS → TN → AR → OK → TX → NM → AZ → CA
Distance & route
| Route through | GA → AL → MS → TN → AR → OK → TX → NM → AZ → CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 40, I 22, US 66 HIST |
| Major cities en route | South Fulton, Atlanta, Sandy Springs, Birmingham, Memphis |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Savannah | Burbank | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 95.206 | 113.566 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 88.603 | 158.589 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 96.269 | 106.623 | 100.0 |
| Services | 86.012 | 170.433 | 100.0 |
Expect roughly 19.3% higher cost of living — rent and services usually drive most of a gap this size.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Expect roughly 19.3% higher home prices — ZHVI goes from $326,509 to $1,200,885 moving to Burbank.
YoY change: Savannah -3.5%, Burbank -2.4%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Savannah | Burbank |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 68°F | 65°F |
| January avg low | 40°F | 43°F |
| July avg high | 92°F | 86°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.0" | 0.0" |
| Annual precipitation | 48.1" | 16.5" |
Annual average temperatures in Savannah (67.5°F) and Burbank (64.5°F) stay within 5°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Burbank 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: SAVANNAH INTL AP, GA US, BURBANK VALLEY PUMP PLT, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Savannah | Burbank |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 147,546 | 105,165 |
| Median household income | $56,782 | $95,816 |
| Median age | 33.7 | 39.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 20.6% | 31% |
| Avg household size | 2.52 | 2.44 |
Expect median household income to rise 19.3% — $56,782 → $95,816 per ACS 5-year estimates (2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Burbank MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 746,160 | $48,810 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 570,740 | $35,580 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 516,960 | $40,560 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 494,430 | $39,510 |
| Healthcare Support Occupations | 461,490 | $33,530 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between Georgia and California
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check California'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 — 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
- I-40 through the Smokies and I-75 near Jellico Mountain can see chain requirements in winter storms.
- Raton Pass (I-25 at the Colorado line) can close in winter storms.
- I-17 and I-40 through the Flagstaff area can see winter closures; the rest of Arizona is generally clear year-round.
- 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 — 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.
- Register to vote in California after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
How does household income compare in Savannah vs Burbank?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $95,816 in Burbank vs $56,782 in Savannah — a 68.7% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How far is Burbank, CA from Savannah, GA?
The driving distance is 2425 mi and the route typically takes 42h 29m via I 40 and I 22. The trip crosses 10 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
What is the climate difference between Savannah and Burbank?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 64.5°F in Burbank vs 67.5°F in Savannah (3.0°F colder). Annual snowfall: 0.0 in vs 0.0 in. Annual precipitation: 16.5 in vs 48.1 in.
When is the best time to move from Savannah to Burbank?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 2425 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
Is Burbank more expensive than Savannah?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Burbank is 19.3% higher than Savannah (113.566 vs 95.206, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How does the job market in Burbank compare to Savannah?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $50,490 in the Burbank MSA vs $43,490 in the Savannah MSA, on total employment of 6,185,570 and 188,970 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How much do homes cost in Burbank compared to Savannah?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $1,200,885 in Burbank vs $326,509 in Savannah — a 267.8% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
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City profiles: Savannah, GA · Burbank, CA.