Moving from Pompano Beach, FL to San Antonio, TX
It is 1352 mi between Pompano Beach and San Antonio β roughly 24h 32m of driving, plus rest stops and overnight, through 5 state(s). A long-haul move crosses climate zones and usually state-income-tax lines. This page assembles the federal and Zillow data into a side-by-side comparison so the differences are easy to scan.
1352 mi Β· 24h 32m by car Β· TX β LA β MS β AL β FL
Distance & route
| Route through | TX β LA β MS β AL β FL |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 10, TX 130, I 75 |
| Major cities en route | Sugar Land, Houston, Pearland, Pasadena, League City |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Pompano Beach | San Antonio | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 114.155 | 94.716 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 97.235 | 82.169 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 103.556 | 93.757 | 100.0 |
| Services | 155.551 | 94.575 | 100.0 |
Overall cost of living drops 17.0% moving from Pompano Beach to San Antonio β meaningful on rent but closer to parity on groceries.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Zillow ZHVI drops from $351,517 in Pompano Beach to $249,810 in San Antonio, a 17.0% decrease on the typical home value.
YoY change: Pompano Beach -5.4%, San Antonio -2.7%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | Pompano Beach | San Antonio |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 77Β°F | 69Β°F |
| January avg low | 60Β°F | 40Β°F |
| July avg high | 91Β°F | 94Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | β | 0.1" |
| Annual precipitation | 55.6" | 34.0" |
Annual temperature drops 8.2Β°F moving to San Antonio per NOAA normals.
Snowfall is a non-factor at the destination: San Antonio sees under an inch a year per NOAA normals.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: POMPANO BEACH AIRPARK, FL US, SAN ANTONIO INCARNATE WORD, TX US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Pompano Beach | San Antonio |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 112,212 | 1,458,954 |
| Median household income | $63,832 | $62,917 |
| Median age | 41.7 | 34.6 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 20% | 17.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.37 | 2.66 |
Household income lines up β $63,832 vs $62,917 on ACS 5-year 2023.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in San Antonio MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 145,480 | $41,700 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 109,390 | $28,430 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 100,480 | $37,340 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 93,110 | $34,910 |
| Management Occupations | 82,250 | $100,820 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between Florida and Texas
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Texas'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 20β30% 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.
Packing & arrival checklist
- Air conditioning matters: July highs in San Antonio average 94Β°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
- Coastal Texas sees hurricanes June through November; inland areas face severe thunderstorms and occasional tornadoes in spring.
- 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 Texas after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
How far is San Antonio, TX from Pompano Beach, FL?
The driving distance is 1352 mi and the route typically takes 24h 32m via I 10 and TX 130. The trip crosses 5 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
When is the best time to move from Pompano Beach to San Antonio?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 1352 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
Is San Antonio more expensive than Pompano Beach?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in San Antonio is 17.0% lower than Pompano Beach (94.716 vs 114.155, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How much do homes cost in San Antonio compared to Pompano Beach?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $249,810 in San Antonio vs $351,517 in Pompano Beach β a 28.9% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does the job market in San Antonio compare to Pompano Beach?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $44,390 in the San Antonio MSA vs $46,510 in the Pompano Beach MSA, on total employment of 1,091,510 and 2,721,490 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How does household income compare in Pompano Beach vs San Antonio?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $62,917 in San Antonio vs $63,832 in Pompano Beach β a 1.4% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
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City profiles: Pompano Beach, FL Β· San Antonio, TX.