Moving from Concord, CA to Coral Springs, FL

Moving from Concord, CA to Coral Springs, FL is a 2996 mi cross-country relocation β€” about 53h 45m of driving through 8 states. At this range professional movers, a PODS or U-Pack container, or an auto-transport service are usually on the table. The sections below pull current BEA cost-of-living, Zillow ZHVI, Census ACS, BLS wages, and NOAA climate normals for a side-by-side view.

2996 mi Β· 53h 45m by car Β· FL β†’ AL β†’ MS β†’ LA β†’ TX β†’ NM β†’ AZ β†’ CA

COL -1.3% Home values -30.0% Ξ” +14.2Β°F annual

Distance & route

Driving
2996 mi
Drive time
53h 45m
States
8
Fuel (25 mpg)
120 gal
Route throughFL β†’ AL β†’ MS β†’ LA β†’ TX β†’ NM β†’ AZ β†’ CA
Primary highwaysI 40, I 20, US 287
Major cities en routeHialeah, Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, Miramar, Miami Gardens

Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.

Cost of living

ConcordCoral SpringsU.S. avg
All items (RPP)115.613114.155100.0
Rents172.58597.235100.0
Goods108.465103.556100.0
Services194.718155.551100.0

Cost-of-living overlap: BEA RPP for Concord (115.613) and Coral Springs (114.155) are within a few points of each other.

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.

Housing prices

Concord β€” typical home
$742,769
Coral Springs β€” typical home
$520,102
Concord β€” typical rent
$2,512/mo
Coral Springs β€” typical rent
$2,342/mo

Homes run dramatically cheaper in Coral Springs: 1.3% below Concord on Zillow ZHVI (2026-03).

YoY change: Concord -3.4%, Coral Springs -5.3%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.

Climate

1991–2020 normalsConcordCoral Springs
Annual avg temperature62Β°F76Β°F
January avg low41Β°F58Β°F
July avg high88Β°F91Β°F
Annual snowfallβ€”β€”
Annual precipitation16.1"β€”

Coral Springs runs 14.2Β°F warmer on the annual average (62.0Β°F vs 76.2Β°F, NOAA 1991–2020).

Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: CONCORD BUCHANAN FLD, CA US, CORAL SPRINGS, FL US).

Demographics

ACS 5-year 2023ConcordCoral Springs
Population124,260133,962
Median household income$109,195$90,643
Median age38.636.9
Bachelor's degree or higher26.1%24.6%
Avg household size2.723

Median household income in Coral Springs is 1.3% below Concord ($109,195 β†’ $90,643, ACS 2023).

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.

Jobs & wages

Concord MSA β€” median wage
$72,050
Coral Springs MSA β€” median wage
$46,510
Concord MSA β€” employment
2,422,210
Coral Springs MSA β€” employment
2,721,490

Top occupations in Coral Springs MSA

OccupationEmploymentMedian wage
Office and Administrative Support Occupations 393,730 $41,640
Sales and Related Occupations 306,440 $37,640
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations 261,940 $30,720
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations 239,610 $37,610
Business and Financial Operations Occupations 194,910 $77,760

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.

Moving between California and Florida

California income tax
13.3% top marginal
Florida income tax
no state income tax

State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Florida'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 β€” 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

  • 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

  • Air conditioning matters: July highs in Coral Springs average 91Β°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
  • You are moving to a noticeably warmer climate (14.2Β°F higher annual average). Keep summer clothing accessible and consider donating or storing heavy winter gear.
  • Hurricane season runs June through November β€” stock a basic emergency kit (water, flashlight, battery radio) 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 Florida after establishing residency.

Frequently asked

Is Coral Springs more expensive than Concord?

Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Coral Springs is 1.3% lower than Concord (114.155 vs 115.613, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.

How does household income compare in Concord vs Coral Springs?

Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $90,643 in Coral Springs vs $109,195 in Concord β€” a 17.0% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.

How much do homes cost in Coral Springs compared to Concord?

Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $520,102 in Coral Springs vs $742,769 in Concord β€” a 30.0% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.

How does the job market in Coral Springs compare to Concord?

BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $46,510 in the Coral Springs MSA vs $72,050 in the Concord MSA, on total employment of 2,721,490 and 2,422,210 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.

How far is Coral Springs, FL from Concord, CA?

The driving distance is 2996 mi and the route typically takes 53h 45m via I 40 and I 20. The trip crosses 8 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.

When is the best time to move from Concord to Coral Springs?

Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 2996 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β€” see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.

Plan the move

Estimate costs with our moving cost calculator, or see where else to move from Concord.

City profiles: Concord, CA Β· Coral Springs, FL.

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