Moving from Richmond, CA to Evansville, IN
Cross-country relocations like Richmond, CA β Evansville, IN cover 2209 mi and about 38h 36m of driving through 9 states. Expect a multi-day trip and a meaningful change in climate, cost-of-living, and job market. The sections below compare each data layer directly from BEA, Census, Zillow, BLS, and NOAA.
2209 mi Β· 38h 36m by car Β· IN β IL β MO β IA β NE β WY β UT β NV β CA
Distance & route
| Route through | IN β IL β MO β IA β NE β WY β UT β NV β CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 80, I 70, I 64 |
| Major cities en route | St Louis, Columbia, Independence, Lee S Summit, Kansas City |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Richmond | Evansville | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 115.613 | 91.528 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 172.585 | 86.717 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 108.465 | 94.318 | 100.0 |
| Services | 194.718 | 66.735 | 100.0 |
Overall prices in Evansville come in 20.8% under Richmond β expect rent and services to carry most of that gap.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Housing gap is large: Evansville typical home at $198,977 is 20.8% under Richmond at $606,427 (Zillow, 2026-03).
YoY change: Richmond -5.4%, Evansville +3.7%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | Richmond | Evansville |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 59Β°F | 59Β°F |
| January avg low | 44Β°F | 27Β°F |
| July avg high | 71Β°F | 89Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.0" | β |
| Annual precipitation | 24.4" | 47.8" |
Climate is roughly comparable on the annual mean β 58.8Β°F vs 59.1Β°F per NOAA 1991β2020 normals.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: RICHMOND, CA US, EVANSVILLE MUSEUM, IN US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Richmond | Evansville |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 115,396 | 116,441 |
| Median household income | $90,038 | $52,251 |
| Median age | 37.6 | 38.1 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 20.2% | 15.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.85 | 2.23 |
Income gap is large: median household income drops 20.8% between Richmond and Evansville (ACS 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Evansville MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 17,860 | $38,480 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 16,890 | $36,600 |
| Production Occupations | 14,790 | $42,760 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 13,900 | $27,390 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 13,580 | $31,810 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between California and Indiana
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Indiana'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.
Winter driving along this route
- I-80 across southern Wyoming frequently closes in winter storms November through April β check WYDOT 511 before departure.
- I-80 through Parleys Canyon and I-70 through the San Rafael Swell see winter closures; I-15 north of Salt Lake can slow in storms.
- I-80 east of Reno and US-50 across the Sierra can require chains in winter storms.
- 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.
Frequently asked
How much do homes cost in Evansville compared to Richmond?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $198,977 in Evansville vs $606,427 in Richmond β a 67.2% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does household income compare in Richmond vs Evansville?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $52,251 in Evansville vs $90,038 in Richmond β a 42.0% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How does the job market in Evansville compare to Richmond?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $41,930 in the Evansville MSA vs $72,050 in the Richmond MSA, on total employment of 152,180 and 2,422,210 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
When is the best time to move from Richmond to Evansville?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 2209 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
Is Evansville more expensive than Richmond?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Evansville is 20.8% lower than Richmond (91.528 vs 115.613, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How far is Evansville, IN from Richmond, CA?
The driving distance is 2209 mi and the route typically takes 38h 36m via I 80 and I 70. The trip crosses 9 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
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City profiles: Richmond, CA Β· Evansville, IN.