Moving from Concord, CA to Miramar, FL

A 3021 mi cross-country move between Concord and Miramar is 54h 13m on paper and typically three to five days in practice, through 8 states. Nearly every household line β€” rent, taxes, climate, commute β€” usually shifts. This page assembles the federal and Zillow data to make those differences visible on a single screen.

3021 mi Β· 54h 13m by car Β· FL β†’ AL β†’ MS β†’ LA β†’ TX β†’ NM β†’ AZ β†’ CA

COL -1.3% Home values -30.3% Ξ” +14.9Β°F annual

Distance & route

Driving
3021 mi
Drive time
54h 13m
States
8
Fuel (25 mpg)
121 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 routeMiami, Hialeah, Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, Miami Gardens

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

Cost of living

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

No material COL gap at the headline level β€” BEA RPP for both cities falls within 5% (2024).

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

Housing prices

Concord β€” typical home
$742,769
Miramar β€” typical home
$518,019
Concord β€” typical rent
$2,512/mo
Miramar β€” typical rent
$2,572/mo

1.3% drop on the typical home value β€” a meaningful shift in monthly mortgage math.

YoY change: Concord -3.4%, Miramar -3.9%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.

Climate

1991–2020 normalsConcordMiramar
Annual avg temperature62Β°F77Β°F
January avg low41Β°F59Β°F
July avg high88Β°F91Β°F
Annual snowfallβ€”β€”
Annual precipitation16.1"62.7"

Annual temperature rises 14.9Β°F moving to Miramar per NOAA normals.

Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: CONCORD BUCHANAN FLD, CA US, MIAMI OPA LOCKA AP, FL US).

Demographics

ACS 5-year 2023ConcordMiramar
Population124,260135,986
Median household income$109,195$86,109
Median age38.639.5
Bachelor's degree or higher26.1%22.4%
Avg household size2.723.06

Miramar households earn about 1.3% less than Concord at the median β€” $109,195 β†’ $86,109 on ACS 2023.

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

Jobs & wages

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

Top occupations in Miramar 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 Miramar average 91Β°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
  • Pack rain gear on top: Miramar averages 62.7 in of annual precipitation β€” waterproof jackets and boots are worth unpacking before the big boxes.
  • You are moving to a noticeably warmer climate (14.9Β°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

How far is Miramar, FL from Concord, CA?

The driving distance is 3021 mi and the route typically takes 54h 13m via I 40 and I 20. The trip crosses 8 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.

How does household income compare in Concord vs Miramar?

Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $86,109 in Miramar vs $109,195 in Concord β€” a 21.1% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.

How much do homes cost in Miramar compared to Concord?

Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $518,019 in Miramar vs $742,769 in Concord β€” a 30.3% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.

When is the best time to move from Concord to Miramar?

Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 3021 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β€” see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.

Is Miramar more expensive than Concord?

Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Miramar 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 the job market in Miramar compare to Concord?

BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $46,510 in the Miramar 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.

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City profiles: Concord, CA Β· Miramar, FL.

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