Moving from Concord, CA to Santa Rosa, CA
Relocating between Concord, CA and Santa Rosa, CA is a 62 mi drive β 1h 28m on open road, longer with stops. A move of this length usually shifts more than the commute: BEA RPP, Zillow ZHVI, and Census household stats can all diverge. This comparison assembles them from the current federal releases.
62 mi Β· 1h 28m by car Β· CA
Distance & route
| Route through | CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | US 101, CA 37, I 680 |
| Major cities en route | Vallejo, Richmond, Fairfield, Berkeley, Oakland |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Concord | Santa Rosa | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 115.613 | 107.784 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 172.585 | 154.777 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 108.465 | 105.168 | 100.0 |
| Services | 194.718 | 139.569 | 100.0 |
Moderate COL drop: 6.8% cheaper overall in Santa Rosa than Concord on the 2024 BEA RPP.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Housing stays roughly flat moving from Concord to Santa Rosa β $742,769 vs $718,726 (2026-03).
YoY change: Concord -3.4%, Santa Rosa -2.2%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | Concord | Santa Rosa |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 62Β°F | 59Β°F |
| January avg low | 41Β°F | 38Β°F |
| July avg high | 88Β°F | 82Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | β | 0.0" |
| Annual precipitation | 16.1" | 31.5" |
No material annual-average temperature gap; seasonal extremes may still differ.
Effectively snow-free year in Santa Rosa β NOAA normals show near-zero annual snowfall.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: CONCORD BUCHANAN FLD, CA US, SANTA ROSA, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Concord | Santa Rosa |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 124,260 | 177,216 |
| Median household income | $109,195 | $97,410 |
| Median age | 38.6 | 40.5 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 26.1% | 21.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.72 | 2.6 |
ACS 2023 shows median household income 6.8% lower in Santa Rosa than Concord.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Santa Rosa MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 22,200 | $36,990 |
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 22,130 | $50,550 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 19,610 | $42,770 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 15,180 | $45,180 |
| Management Occupations | 14,030 | $119,330 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Best time to move
Moving companies typically charge 20β30% 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.
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 β 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.
Frequently asked
When is the best time to move from Concord to Santa Rosa?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 62 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How far is Santa Rosa, CA from Concord, CA?
The driving distance is 62 mi and the route typically takes 1h 28m via US 101 and CA 37. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How much do homes cost in Santa Rosa compared to Concord?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $718,726 in Santa Rosa vs $742,769 in Concord β a 3.2% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does the job market in Santa Rosa compare to Concord?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $51,670 in the Santa Rosa MSA vs $72,050 in the Concord MSA, on total employment of 206,310 and 2,422,210 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How does household income compare in Concord vs Santa Rosa?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $97,410 in Santa Rosa vs $109,195 in Concord β a 10.8% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
Is Santa Rosa more expensive than Concord?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Santa Rosa is 6.8% lower than Concord (107.784 vs 115.613, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
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City profiles: Concord, CA Β· Santa Rosa, CA.