Moving from Corona, CA to Glendale, CA
Moving from Corona, CA to Glendale, CA covers 54 mi and about 1h 12m by car through 1 state(s). That is far enough that housing, cost-of-living, climate, and job market can all move meaningfully β the sections below pull current figures from BEA, Zillow, the Census Bureau, BLS, and NOAA to map exactly where the differences fall.
54 mi Β· 1h 12m by car Β· CA
Distance & route
| Route through | CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 210, CA 71, CA 134 |
| Major cities en route | Santa Clarita, Simi Valley, Burbank, Palmdale, Los Angeles |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Corona | Glendale | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 106.442 | 113.566 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 148.641 | 158.589 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 101.431 | 106.623 | 100.0 |
| Services | 129.312 | 170.433 | 100.0 |
Overall cost of living in Glendale is 6.7% higher than Corona, per BEA Regional Price Parities (2024).
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Typical home value in Glendale is 6.7% above Corona β $764,386 vs $1,201,880 per Zillow ZHVI (2026-03). Budget the mortgage math early.
YoY change: Corona -1.3%, Glendale -0.6%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | Corona | Glendale |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 66Β°F | 65Β°F |
| January avg low | 42Β°F | 43Β°F |
| July avg high | 94Β°F | 86Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | β | 0.0" |
| Annual precipitation | 10.0" | 16.5" |
Annual average temperatures in Corona (66.1Β°F) and Glendale (64.5Β°F) stay within 5Β°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Glendale gets essentially no annual snowfall on the NOAA 1991β2020 normals β winter gear can largely stay in storage.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: CHINO AP, CA US, BURBANK VALLEY PUMP PLT, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Corona | Glendale |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 158,839 | 192,270 |
| Median household income | $106,438 | $84,262 |
| Median age | 37.3 | 41.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 20.8% | 28.7% |
| Avg household size | 3.3 | 2.63 |
Median household income in Glendale is 6.7% below Corona ($106,438 vs $84,262, ACS 5-year 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Glendale MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 746,160 | $48,810 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 570,740 | $35,580 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 516,960 | $40,560 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 494,430 | $39,510 |
| Healthcare Support Occupations | 461,490 | $33,530 |
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
How far is Glendale, CA from Corona, CA?
The driving distance is 54 mi and the route typically takes 1h 12m via I 210 and CA 71. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How does household income compare in Corona vs Glendale?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $84,262 in Glendale vs $106,438 in Corona β a 20.8% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How much do homes cost in Glendale compared to Corona?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $1,201,880 in Glendale vs $764,386 in Corona β a 57.2% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
Is Glendale more expensive than Corona?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Glendale is 6.7% higher than Corona (113.566 vs 106.442, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
When is the best time to move from Corona to Glendale?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 54 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How does the job market in Glendale compare to Corona?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $50,490 in the Glendale MSA vs $47,450 in the Corona MSA, on total employment of 6,185,570 and 1,661,860 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
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City profiles: Corona, CA Β· Glendale, CA.