Moving from San Bernardino, CA to Glendale, CA
Relocating between San Bernardino, CA and Glendale, CA is a 60 mi drive — 1h 15m on open road, longer with stops. A move of this length usually shifts more than the commute: BEA RPP, Zillow ZHVI, and Census household stats can all diverge. This comparison assembles them from the current federal releases.
60 mi · 1h 15m by car · CA
Distance & route
| Route through | CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | CA 210, CA 134 |
| Major cities en route | Moreno Valley, Victorville, Riverside, Rialto, Fontana |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| San Bernardino | Glendale | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 106.442 | 113.566 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 148.641 | 158.589 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 101.431 | 106.623 | 100.0 |
| Services | 129.312 | 170.433 | 100.0 |
Expect roughly 6.7% higher cost of living — rent and services usually drive most of a gap this size.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Expect roughly 6.7% higher home prices — ZHVI goes from $487,988 to $1,201,880 moving to Glendale.
YoY change: San Bernardino -0.3%, Glendale -0.6%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | San Bernardino | Glendale |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 65°F | 65°F |
| January avg low | 41°F | 43°F |
| July avg high | 95°F | 86°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.0" | 0.0" |
| Annual precipitation | 12.9" | 16.5" |
Annual average temperatures in San Bernardino (65.2°F) and Glendale (64.5°F) stay within 5°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Glendale gets essentially no annual snowfall on the NOAA 1991–2020 normals — winter gear can largely stay in storage.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: REDLANDS, CA US, BURBANK VALLEY PUMP PLT, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | San Bernardino | Glendale |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 221,774 | 192,270 |
| Median household income | $63,988 | $84,262 |
| Median age | 31.9 | 41.4 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 9% | 28.7% |
| Avg household size | 3.51 | 2.63 |
Expect median household income to rise 6.7% — $63,988 → $84,262 per ACS 5-year estimates (2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Glendale 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.
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.
State DOT 511 phone or web services provide real-time road conditions year-round.
Packing & arrival checklist
- 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.
Frequently asked
How much do homes cost in Glendale compared to San Bernardino?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $1,201,880 in Glendale vs $487,988 in San Bernardino — a 146.3% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How far is Glendale, CA from San Bernardino, CA?
The driving distance is 60 mi and the route typically takes 1h 15m via CA 210 and CA 134. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How does the job market in Glendale compare to San Bernardino?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $50,490 in the Glendale MSA vs $47,450 in the San Bernardino MSA, on total employment of 6,185,570 and 1,661,860 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
Is Glendale more expensive than San Bernardino?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Glendale is 6.7% higher than San Bernardino (113.566 vs 106.442, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
What is the climate difference between San Bernardino and Glendale?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 64.5°F in Glendale vs 65.2°F in San Bernardino (0.7°F colder). Annual snowfall: 0.0 in vs 0.0 in. Annual precipitation: 16.5 in vs 12.9 in.
How does household income compare in San Bernardino vs Glendale?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $84,262 in Glendale vs $63,988 in San Bernardino — a 31.7% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
When is the best time to move from San Bernardino to Glendale?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 60 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
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City profiles: San Bernardino, CA · Glendale, CA.