Moving from Shreveport, LA to Santa Clarita, CA
A 1607 mi cross-country move between Shreveport and Santa Clarita is 28h 16m on paper and typically three to five days in practice, through 5 states. Nearly every household line — rent, taxes, climate, commute — usually shifts. This page assembles the federal and Zillow data to make those differences visible on a single screen.
1607 mi · 28h 16m by car · CA → AZ → NM → TX → LA
Distance & route
| Route through | CA → AZ → NM → TX → LA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 40, US 287, I 20 |
| Major cities en route | Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, Los Angeles, Glendale, Burbank |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Shreveport | Santa Clarita | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 84.766 | 113.566 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 72.558 | 158.589 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 93.691 | 106.623 | 100.0 |
| Services | 52.286 | 170.433 | 100.0 |
BEA RPP climbs from 84.766 in Shreveport to 113.566 in Santa Clarita, putting overall prices 34.0% above the origin.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Expect roughly 34.0% higher home prices — ZHVI goes from $135,092 to $802,016 moving to Santa Clarita.
YoY change: Shreveport -2.4%, Santa Clarita -2.2%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Shreveport | Santa Clarita |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 67°F | 66°F |
| January avg low | 37°F | 47°F |
| July avg high | 94°F | 94°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.9" | 0.1" |
| Annual precipitation | 51.4" | 16.8" |
Annual average temperatures in Shreveport (66.6°F) and Santa Clarita (65.5°F) stay within 5°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Santa Clarita 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: SHREVEPORT, LA US, NEWHALL 5NW, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Shreveport | Santa Clarita |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 183,483 | 229,021 |
| Median household income | $48,465 | $119,926 |
| Median age | 37.5 | 38.1 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 15.5% | 26.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.43 | 3.04 |
Santa Clarita households earn about 34.0% more than Shreveport at the median — $48,465 → $119,926 on ACS 2023.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Santa Clarita 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 Louisiana 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
- Donner Pass (I-80) and Tejon Pass (I-5 Grapevine) see chain requirements and occasional closures December through March.
- I-17 and I-40 through the Flagstaff area can see winter closures; the rest of Arizona is generally clear year-round.
- Raton Pass (I-25 at the Colorado line) can close in winter storms.
State DOT 511 phone or web services provide real-time road conditions year-round.
Packing & arrival checklist
- Air conditioning matters: July highs in Santa Clarita average 94°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 — 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
When is the best time to move from Shreveport to Santa Clarita?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 1607 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How much do homes cost in Santa Clarita compared to Shreveport?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $802,016 in Santa Clarita vs $135,092 in Shreveport — a 493.7% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does the job market in Santa Clarita compare to Shreveport?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $50,490 in the Santa Clarita MSA vs $39,150 in the Shreveport MSA, on total employment of 6,185,570 and 170,470 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
Is Santa Clarita more expensive than Shreveport?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Santa Clarita is 34.0% higher than Shreveport (113.566 vs 84.766, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How does household income compare in Shreveport vs Santa Clarita?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $119,926 in Santa Clarita vs $48,465 in Shreveport — a 147.4% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How far is Santa Clarita, CA from Shreveport, LA?
The driving distance is 1607 mi and the route typically takes 28h 16m via I 40 and US 287. The trip crosses 5 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
What is the climate difference between Shreveport and Santa Clarita?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 65.5°F in Santa Clarita vs 66.6°F in Shreveport (1.1°F colder). Annual snowfall: 0.1 in vs 0.9 in. Annual precipitation: 16.8 in vs 51.4 in.
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