Moving from Anaheim, CA to Concord, NC
Cross-country relocations like Anaheim, CA → Concord, NC cover 2414 mi and about 42h 44m of driving through 8 states. Expect a multi-day trip and a meaningful change in climate, cost-of-living, and job market. The sections below compare each data layer directly from BEA, Census, Zillow, BLS, and NOAA.
2414 mi · 42h 44m by car · CA → AZ → NM → TX → OK → AR → TN → NC
Distance & route
| Route through | CA → AZ → NM → TX → OK → AR → TN → NC |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 40, US 270, US 74 |
| Major cities en route | Long Beach, Santa Ana, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Garden Grove |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Anaheim | Concord | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 113.566 | 97.348 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 158.589 | 89.164 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 106.623 | 96.58 | 100.0 |
| Services | 170.433 | 97.635 | 100.0 |
Concord is 14.3% cheaper than Anaheim overall, per BEA Regional Price Parities (2024).
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Typical home value in Concord is 14.3% below Anaheim — $950,504 vs $382,592 per Zillow ZHVI (2026-03).
YoY change: Anaheim +0.2%, Concord -1.9%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Anaheim | Concord |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 68°F | 61°F |
| January avg low | 49°F | 29°F |
| July avg high | 87°F | 92°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.0" | 3.3" |
| Annual precipitation | 13.5" | 47.9" |
Climate cools by 7.0°F on the annual average — 67.7°F → 60.7°F.
Concord averages 3.3 in of snow a year on the NOAA 1991–2020 normals — a light winter by U.S. standards.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: ANAHEIM, CA US, CONCORD, NC US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Anaheim | Concord |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 344,553 | 106,518 |
| Median household income | $90,583 | $84,752 |
| Median age | 35.9 | 36.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 19.5% | 25.3% |
| Avg household size | 3.26 | 2.88 |
Income steps down 14.3%: $90,583 in Anaheim vs $84,752 in Concord.
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 | 150,700 | $43,540 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 147,550 | $37,460 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 135,930 | $37,730 |
| Business and Financial Operations Occupations | 110,080 | $82,720 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 109,770 | $29,110 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between California and North Carolina
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check North Carolina'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.
- I-40 through the Smokies and I-75 near Jellico Mountain can see chain requirements in winter storms.
- I-40 through Pigeon Gap and I-26 over Saluda Grade can see chain requirements 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 Concord average 92°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
- Atlantic hurricane season runs August through October, particularly on the Outer Banks.
- 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 North Carolina after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
How does the job market in Concord compare to Anaheim?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $47,830 in the Concord MSA vs $50,490 in the Anaheim MSA, on total employment of 1,311,360 and 6,185,570 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How does household income compare in Anaheim vs Concord?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $84,752 in Concord vs $90,583 in Anaheim — a 6.4% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How far is Concord, NC from Anaheim, CA?
The driving distance is 2414 mi and the route typically takes 42h 44m via I 40 and US 270. The trip crosses 8 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Is Concord more expensive than Anaheim?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Concord is 14.3% lower than Anaheim (97.348 vs 113.566, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How much do homes cost in Concord compared to Anaheim?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $382,592 in Concord vs $950,504 in Anaheim — a 59.7% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
What is the climate difference between Anaheim and Concord?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 60.7°F in Concord vs 67.7°F in Anaheim (7.0°F colder). Annual snowfall: 3.3 in vs 0.0 in. Annual precipitation: 47.9 in vs 13.5 in.
When is the best time to move from Anaheim to Concord?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 2414 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
Plan the move
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City profiles: Anaheim, CA · Concord, NC.