Moving from Davie, FL to Santa Clarita, CA
A 2747 mi cross-country move between Davie and Santa Clarita is 48h 17m 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.
2747 mi · 48h 17m 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 | Lancaster, Palmdale, Simi Valley, Thousand Oaks, Los Angeles |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Davie | Santa Clarita | 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 |
No material COL gap at the headline level — BEA RPP for both cities falls within 5% (2024).
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
0.5% jump on the typical home value — a meaningful shift in monthly mortgage math.
YoY change: Davie -4.6%, Santa Clarita -2.2%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Davie | Santa Clarita |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 76°F | 66°F |
| January avg low | 58°F | 47°F |
| July avg high | 90°F | 94°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.0" | 0.1" |
| Annual precipitation | 68.8" | 16.8" |
Annual temperature drops 10.4°F moving to Santa Clarita per NOAA normals.
Effectively snow-free year in Santa Clarita — NOAA normals show near-zero annual snowfall.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: FT LAUDERDALE, FL US, NEWHALL 5NW, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Davie | Santa Clarita |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 106,412 | 229,021 |
| Median household income | $87,171 | $119,926 |
| Median age | 37.2 | 38.1 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 24.5% | 26.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.77 | 3.04 |
Santa Clarita households earn about 0.5% more than Davie at the median — $87,171 → $119,926 on ACS 2023.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Santa Clarita 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
- Air conditioning matters: July highs in Santa Clarita average 94°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
- You are moving to a noticeably colder climate (10.4°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
How does household income compare in Davie vs Santa Clarita?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $119,926 in Santa Clarita vs $87,171 in Davie — a 37.6% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How much do homes cost in Santa Clarita compared to Davie?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $802,016 in Santa Clarita vs $515,020 in Davie — a 55.7% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
When is the best time to move from Davie to Santa Clarita?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 2747 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
Is Santa Clarita more expensive than Davie?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Santa Clarita is 0.5% lower than Davie (113.566 vs 114.155, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
What is the climate difference between Davie and Santa Clarita?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 65.5°F in Santa Clarita vs 75.9°F in Davie (10.4°F colder). Annual snowfall: 0.1 in vs 0.0 in. Annual precipitation: 16.8 in vs 68.8 in.
How does the job market in Santa Clarita compare to Davie?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $50,490 in the Santa Clarita 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.
How far is Santa Clarita, CA from Davie, FL?
The driving distance is 2747 mi and the route typically takes 48h 17m via I 10 and US 180. The trip crosses 8 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
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City profiles: Davie, FL · Santa Clarita, CA.