Moving from Pompano Beach, FL to Concord, CA

Moving from Pompano Beach, FL to Concord, CA is a 2994 mi cross-country relocation β€” about 53h 43m of driving through 8 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.

2994 mi Β· 53h 43m by car Β· CA β†’ AZ β†’ NM β†’ TX β†’ LA β†’ MS β†’ AL β†’ FL

COL +1.3% Home values +111.3% Ξ” -15.2Β°F annual

Distance & route

Driving
2994 mi
Drive time
53h 43m
States
8
Fuel (25 mpg)
120 gal
Route throughCA β†’ AZ β†’ NM β†’ TX β†’ LA β†’ MS β†’ AL β†’ FL
Primary highwaysI 40, I 20, I 10
Major cities en routeVallejo, Fairfield, Antioch, Oakland, Berkeley

Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.

Cost of living

Pompano BeachConcordU.S. avg
All items (RPP)114.155115.613100.0
Rents97.235172.585100.0
Goods103.556108.465100.0
Services155.551194.718100.0

Concord and Pompano Beach are close on the overall BEA RPP (114.155 vs 115.613); rent and services often drive the real difference.

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.

Housing prices

Pompano Beach β€” typical home
$351,517
Concord β€” typical home
$742,769
Pompano Beach β€” typical rent
$2,332/mo
Concord β€” typical rent
$2,512/mo

Housing gap is large: Concord typical home at $742,769 is 1.3% above Pompano Beach at $351,517 (Zillow, 2026-03).

YoY change: Pompano Beach -5.4%, Concord -3.4%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.

Climate

1991–2020 normalsPompano BeachConcord
Annual avg temperature77Β°F62Β°F
January avg low60Β°F41Β°F
July avg high91Β°F88Β°F
Annual snowfallβ€”β€”
Annual precipitation55.6"16.1"

NOAA normals show Concord running 15.2Β°F below Pompano Beach on the annual mean.

Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: POMPANO BEACH AIRPARK, FL US, CONCORD BUCHANAN FLD, CA US).

Demographics

ACS 5-year 2023Pompano BeachConcord
Population112,212124,260
Median household income$63,832$109,195
Median age41.738.6
Bachelor's degree or higher20%26.1%
Avg household size2.372.72

Median household income in Concord is 1.3% above Pompano Beach ($63,832 vs $109,195, ACS 5-year 2023).

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.

Jobs & wages

Pompano Beach MSA β€” median wage
$46,510
Concord MSA β€” median wage
$72,050
Pompano Beach MSA β€” employment
2,721,490
Concord MSA β€” employment
2,422,210

Top occupations in Concord MSA

OccupationEmploymentMedian 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

Florida income tax
no state income tax
California income tax
13.3% top marginal

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 β€” 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 (15.2Β°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 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.
  • Register to vote in California after establishing residency.

Frequently asked

When is the best time to move from Pompano Beach to Concord?

Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 2994 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β€” see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.

Is Concord more expensive than Pompano Beach?

Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Concord is 1.3% higher than Pompano Beach (115.613 vs 114.155, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.

How far is Concord, CA from Pompano Beach, FL?

The driving distance is 2994 mi and the route typically takes 53h 43m via I 40 and I 20. The trip crosses 8 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.

How much do homes cost in Concord compared to Pompano Beach?

Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $742,769 in Concord vs $351,517 in Pompano Beach β€” a 111.3% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.

How does household income compare in Pompano Beach vs Concord?

Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $109,195 in Concord vs $63,832 in Pompano Beach β€” a 71.1% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.

How does the job market in Concord compare to Pompano Beach?

BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $72,050 in the Concord MSA vs $46,510 in the Pompano Beach 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.

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City profiles: Pompano Beach, FL Β· Concord, CA.

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