Moving from Santa Ana, CA to Davie, FL
It is 2703 mi and 47h 30m from Santa Ana to Davie — a cross-country move across 8 states. Housing, cost of living, climate, and tax picture all tend to shift substantially at this distance. This page pulls the current figures from each federal source and Zillow Research into one comparison.
2703 mi · 47h 30m by car · CA → AZ → NM → TX → LA → MS → AL → FL
Distance & route
| Route through | CA → AZ → NM → TX → LA → MS → AL → FL |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 10, US 180, TX 130 |
| Major cities en route | Long Beach, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Garden Grove, Torrance |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Santa Ana | Davie | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 113.566 | 114.155 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 158.589 | 97.235 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 106.623 | 103.556 | 100.0 |
| Services | 170.433 | 155.551 | 100.0 |
Santa Ana and Davie sit within 5% on the overall BEA RPP — the composite diff is small, but rent or groceries alone may move more.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Zillow ZHVI drops from $866,066 in Santa Ana to $515,020 in Davie, a 0.5% decrease on the typical home value.
YoY change: Santa Ana -0.3%, Davie -4.6%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Santa Ana | Davie |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 66°F | 76°F |
| January avg low | 49°F | 58°F |
| July avg high | 83°F | 90°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.0" | 0.0" |
| Annual precipitation | 12.5" | 68.8" |
Expect 9.8°F warmer year-round on the NOAA 1991–2020 normals.
Snowfall is a non-factor at the destination: Davie sees under an inch a year per NOAA normals.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: SANTA ANA FIRE STN, CA US, FT LAUDERDALE, FL US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Santa Ana | Davie |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 311,639 | 106,412 |
| Median household income | $88,354 | $87,171 |
| Median age | 34.3 | 37.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 12.8% | 24.5% |
| Avg household size | 3.91 | 2.77 |
Household income lines up — $88,354 vs $87,171 on ACS 5-year 2023.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Davie MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 393,730 | $41,640 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 306,440 | $37,640 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 261,940 | $30,720 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 239,610 | $37,610 |
| Business and Financial Operations Occupations | 194,910 | $77,760 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between California and Florida
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Florida'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
- 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
- Air conditioning matters: July highs in Davie average 90°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: Davie averages 68.8 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 (water, flashlight, battery radio) 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 Florida after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
How far is Davie, FL from Santa Ana, CA?
The driving distance is 2703 mi and the route typically takes 47h 30m via I 10 and US 180. The trip crosses 8 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How does household income compare in Santa Ana vs Davie?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $87,171 in Davie vs $88,354 in Santa Ana — a 1.3% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How does the job market in Davie compare to Santa Ana?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $46,510 in the Davie MSA vs $50,490 in the Santa Ana MSA, on total employment of 2,721,490 and 6,185,570 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
What is the climate difference between Santa Ana and Davie?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 75.9°F in Davie vs 66.1°F in Santa Ana (9.8°F warmer). Annual snowfall: 0.0 in vs 0.0 in. Annual precipitation: 68.8 in vs 12.5 in.
When is the best time to move from Santa Ana to Davie?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 2703 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How much do homes cost in Davie compared to Santa Ana?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $515,020 in Davie vs $866,066 in Santa Ana — a 40.5% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
Is Davie more expensive than Santa Ana?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Davie is 0.5% higher than Santa Ana (114.155 vs 113.566, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
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City profiles: Santa Ana, CA · Davie, FL.