Moving from Davie, FL to Glendale, CA
A 2722 mi cross-country move between Davie and Glendale is 47h 50m on paper and typically three to five days in practice, through 8 states. Nearly every household line — rent, taxes, climate, commute — usually shifts. This page assembles the federal and Zillow data to make those differences visible on a single screen.
2722 mi · 47h 50m by car · CA → AZ → NM → TX → LA → MS → AL → FL
Distance & route
| Route through | CA → AZ → NM → TX → LA → MS → AL → FL |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 10, US 180, TX 130 |
| Major cities en route | Los Angeles, Santa Clarita, Palmdale, Simi Valley, Burbank |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Davie | Glendale | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 114.155 | 113.566 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 97.235 | 158.589 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 103.556 | 106.623 | 100.0 |
| Services | 155.551 | 170.433 | 100.0 |
Davie and Glendale sit within 5% on the overall BEA RPP — the composite diff is small, but rent or groceries alone may move more.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Zillow ZHVI climbs from $515,020 in Davie to $1,201,880 in Glendale, a 0.5% increase on the typical home value.
YoY change: Davie -4.6%, Glendale -0.6%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Davie | Glendale |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 76°F | 65°F |
| January avg low | 58°F | 43°F |
| July avg high | 90°F | 86°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.0" | 0.0" |
| Annual precipitation | 68.8" | 16.5" |
Annual temperature drops 11.4°F moving to Glendale per NOAA normals.
Snowfall is a non-factor at the destination: Glendale sees under an inch a year per NOAA normals.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: FT LAUDERDALE, FL US, BURBANK VALLEY PUMP PLT, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Davie | Glendale |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 106,412 | 192,270 |
| Median household income | $87,171 | $84,262 |
| Median age | 37.2 | 41.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 24.5% | 28.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.77 | 2.63 |
Household income lines up — $87,171 vs $84,262 on 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.
Moving between Florida and California
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check California'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 — 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
- Donner Pass (I-80) and Tejon Pass (I-5 Grapevine) see chain requirements and occasional closures December through March.
- I-17 and I-40 through the Flagstaff area can see winter closures; the rest of Arizona is generally clear year-round.
- Raton Pass (I-25 at the Colorado line) can close in winter storms.
State DOT 511 phone or web services provide real-time road conditions year-round.
Packing & arrival checklist
- You are moving to a noticeably colder climate (11.4°F lower annual average). Thermal layers, insulated boots, and a heavier winter coat should ride in the car, not the truck.
- Wildfire season in California typically peaks July through October — 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.
- Register to vote in California after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
Is Glendale more expensive than Davie?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Glendale is 0.5% lower than Davie (113.566 vs 114.155, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How far is Glendale, CA from Davie, FL?
The driving distance is 2722 mi and the route typically takes 47h 50m via I 10 and US 180. The trip crosses 8 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How much do homes cost in Glendale compared to Davie?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $1,201,880 in Glendale vs $515,020 in Davie — a 133.4% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does the job market in Glendale compare to Davie?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $50,490 in the Glendale MSA vs $46,510 in the Davie MSA, on total employment of 6,185,570 and 2,721,490 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
What is the climate difference between Davie and Glendale?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 64.5°F in Glendale vs 75.9°F in Davie (11.4°F colder). Annual snowfall: 0.0 in vs 0.0 in. Annual precipitation: 16.5 in vs 68.8 in.
How does household income compare in Davie vs Glendale?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $84,262 in Glendale vs $87,171 in Davie — a 3.3% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
When is the best time to move from Davie to Glendale?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 2722 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
Plan the move
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City profiles: Davie, FL · Glendale, CA.