Moving from Concord, CA to St. Louis, MO
Moving from Concord, CA to St. Louis, MO is a 2037 mi cross-country relocation β about 35h 23m of driving through 7 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.
2037 mi Β· 35h 23m by car Β· MO β IA β NE β WY β UT β NV β CA
Distance & route
| Route through | MO β IA β NE β WY β UT β NV β CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 80, US 40, I 70 |
| Major cities en route | Columbia, Independence, Lee S Summit, Kansas City, Overland Park |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Concord | St. Louis | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 115.613 | 95.088 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 172.585 | 69.921 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 108.465 | 99.996 | 100.0 |
| Services | 194.718 | 79.024 | 100.0 |
St. Louis is 17.8% cheaper than Concord overall, per BEA Regional Price Parities (2024).
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
YoY change: Concord -3.4%, St. Louis β. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | Concord | St. Louis |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 62Β°F | 58Β°F |
| January avg low | 41Β°F | 25Β°F |
| July avg high | 88Β°F | 90Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | β | β |
| Annual precipitation | 16.1" | 43.9" |
Annual average temperatures in Concord (62.0Β°F) and St. Louis (58.0Β°F) stay within 5Β°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: CONCORD BUCHANAN FLD, CA US, ST LOUIS SCI CTR, MO US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Concord | St. Louis |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 124,260 | 293,109 |
| Median household income | $109,195 | $55,279 |
| Median age | 38.6 | 36.6 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 26.1% | 22% |
| Avg household size | 2.72 | 2.03 |
Median household income in St. Louis is 17.8% below Concord ($109,195 vs $55,279, ACS 5-year 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in St. Louis MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 162,150 | $43,310 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 119,600 | $29,980 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 115,380 | $39,330 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 108,510 | $35,500 |
| Management Occupations | 94,750 | $100,940 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between California and Missouri
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Missouri'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 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
- I-80 across southern Wyoming frequently closes in winter storms November through April β check WYDOT 511 before departure.
- I-80 through Parleys Canyon and I-70 through the San Rafael Swell see winter closures; I-15 north of Salt Lake can slow in storms.
- I-80 east of Reno and US-50 across the Sierra can require chains in winter storms.
- 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
- Tornadoes are common April through June β identify a safe room or interior space on day one.
- 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 Missouri after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
How far is St. Louis, MO from Concord, CA?
The driving distance is 2037 mi and the route typically takes 35h 23m via I 80 and US 40. The trip crosses 7 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Is St. Louis more expensive than Concord?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in St. Louis is 17.8% lower than Concord (95.088 vs 115.613, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
When is the best time to move from Concord to St. Louis?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 2037 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How does household income compare in Concord vs St. Louis?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $55,279 in St. Louis vs $109,195 in Concord β a 49.4% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How does the job market in St. Louis compare to Concord?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $47,490 in the St. Louis MSA vs $72,050 in the Concord MSA, on total employment of 1,325,480 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· St. Louis, MO.