Moving from Davie, FL to Oakland, CA
A 3005 mi cross-country move between Davie and Oakland is 53h 54m 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.
3005 mi · 53h 54m 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 40, I 20, I 10 |
| Major cities en route | Vallejo, Concord, Berkeley, Richmond, San Mateo |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Davie | Oakland | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 114.155 | 115.613 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 97.235 | 172.585 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 103.556 | 108.465 | 100.0 |
| Services | 155.551 | 194.718 | 100.0 |
Davie and Oakland 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 $716,248 in Oakland, a 1.3% increase on the typical home value.
YoY change: Davie -4.6%, Oakland -8.5%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Davie | Oakland |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 76°F | 60°F |
| January avg low | 58°F | 45°F |
| July avg high | 90°F | 72°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.0" | 0.0" |
| Annual precipitation | 68.8" | 22.6" |
Annual average temperature drops 16.3°F — 75.9°F in Davie vs 59.6°F in Oakland, per NOAA 1991–2020 normals.
Snowfall is a non-factor at the destination: Oakland sees under an inch a year per NOAA normals.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: FT LAUDERDALE, FL US, OAKLAND MUSEUM, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Davie | Oakland |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 106,412 | 438,072 |
| Median household income | $87,171 | $97,369 |
| Median age | 37.2 | 37.6 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 24.5% | 26.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.77 | 2.53 |
Households in Oakland earn about 1.3% more at the median — ACS 5-year 2023.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Oakland MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 244,380 | $59,630 |
| Management Occupations | 237,070 | $171,350 |
| Business and Financial Operations Occupations | 211,250 | $104,950 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 194,040 | $39,200 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 183,930 | $49,390 |
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 (16.3°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
When is the best time to move from Davie to Oakland?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 3005 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
Is Oakland more expensive than Davie?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Oakland is 1.3% higher than Davie (115.613 vs 114.155, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How much do homes cost in Oakland compared to Davie?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $716,248 in Oakland vs $515,020 in Davie — a 39.1% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does the job market in Oakland compare to Davie?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $72,050 in the Oakland MSA vs $46,510 in the Davie MSA, on total employment of 2,422,210 and 2,721,490 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How does household income compare in Davie vs Oakland?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $97,369 in Oakland vs $87,171 in Davie — a 11.7% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How far is Oakland, CA from Davie, FL?
The driving distance is 3005 mi and the route typically takes 53h 54m via I 40 and I 20. The trip crosses 8 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
What is the climate difference between Davie and Oakland?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 59.6°F in Oakland vs 75.9°F in Davie (16.3°F colder). Annual snowfall: 0.0 in vs 0.0 in. Annual precipitation: 22.6 in vs 68.8 in.
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City profiles: Davie, FL · Oakland, CA.