Moving from Garden Grove, CA to Shreveport, LA
Moving from Garden Grove, CA to Shreveport, LA is a 1607 mi cross-country relocation — about 27h 46m of driving through 5 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.
1607 mi · 27h 46m by car · LA → TX → NM → AZ → CA
Distance & route
| Route through | LA → TX → NM → AZ → CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 10, I 20, US 95 |
| Major cities en route | Tyler, Mesquite, Dallas, Garland, Richardson |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Garden Grove | Shreveport | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 113.566 | 84.766 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 158.589 | 72.558 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 106.623 | 93.691 | 100.0 |
| Services | 170.433 | 52.286 | 100.0 |
Cost of living in Shreveport is 25.4% lower than Garden Grove — the kind of spread that reshuffles a household budget line by line.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Homes run dramatically cheaper in Shreveport: 25.4% below Garden Grove on Zillow ZHVI (2026-03).
YoY change: Garden Grove +1.4%, Shreveport -2.4%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Garden Grove | Shreveport |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 66°F | 67°F |
| January avg low | 49°F | 37°F |
| July avg high | 83°F | 94°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.0" | 0.9" |
| Annual precipitation | 12.5" | 51.4" |
No material annual-average temperature gap; seasonal extremes may still differ.
Effectively snow-free year in Shreveport — NOAA normals show near-zero annual snowfall.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: SANTA ANA FIRE STN, CA US, SHREVEPORT, LA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Garden Grove | Shreveport |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 170,603 | 183,483 |
| Median household income | $90,166 | $48,465 |
| Median age | 39.6 | 37.5 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 18.9% | 15.5% |
| Avg household size | 3.51 | 2.43 |
Median household income in Shreveport is 25.4% below Garden Grove ($90,166 vs $48,465, ACS 5-year 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Shreveport MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 23,700 | $36,480 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 16,310 | $29,300 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 16,190 | $22,900 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 15,220 | $34,870 |
| Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations | 15,190 | $69,280 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between California and Louisiana
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Louisiana'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
- Raton Pass (I-25 at the Colorado line) can close in winter storms.
- I-17 and I-40 through the Flagstaff area can see winter closures; the rest of Arizona is generally clear year-round.
- 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
- Air conditioning matters: July highs in Shreveport average 94°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
- Pack rain gear on top: Shreveport averages 51.4 in of annual precipitation — waterproof jackets and boots are worth unpacking before the big boxes.
- Hurricane season runs June through November — stock a basic emergency kit 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 Louisiana after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
How much do homes cost in Shreveport compared to Garden Grove?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $135,092 in Shreveport vs $1,013,183 in Garden Grove — a 86.7% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does the job market in Shreveport compare to Garden Grove?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $39,150 in the Shreveport MSA vs $50,490 in the Garden Grove MSA, on total employment of 170,470 and 6,185,570 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How does household income compare in Garden Grove vs Shreveport?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $48,465 in Shreveport vs $90,166 in Garden Grove — a 46.2% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
When is the best time to move from Garden Grove to Shreveport?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 1607 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
Is Shreveport more expensive than Garden Grove?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Shreveport is 25.4% lower than Garden Grove (84.766 vs 113.566, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How far is Shreveport, LA from Garden Grove, CA?
The driving distance is 1607 mi and the route typically takes 27h 46m via I 10 and I 20. The trip crosses 5 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
What is the climate difference between Garden Grove and Shreveport?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 66.6°F in Shreveport vs 66.1°F in Garden Grove (0.5°F warmer). Annual snowfall: 0.9 in vs 0.0 in. Annual precipitation: 51.4 in vs 12.5 in.
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City profiles: Garden Grove, CA · Shreveport, LA.