Moving from Shreveport, LA to Victorville, CA
Cross-country relocations like Shreveport, LA → Victorville, CA cover 1534 mi and about 26h 38m of driving through 5 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.
1534 mi · 26h 38m by car · LA → TX → NM → AZ → CA
Distance & route
| Route through | LA → TX → NM → AZ → CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 40, US 287, I 20 |
| Major cities en route | Tyler, Dallas, Garland, Mesquite, Richardson |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Shreveport | Victorville | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 84.766 | 106.442 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 72.558 | 148.641 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 93.691 | 101.431 | 100.0 |
| Services | 52.286 | 129.312 | 100.0 |
Overall price level in Victorville runs 25.6% higher than Shreveport — a substantial step-up on the BEA Regional Price Parity (84.766 → 106.442, 2024).
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Typical home value in Victorville is 25.6% above Shreveport — $135,092 vs $436,009 per Zillow ZHVI (2026-03). Budget the mortgage math early.
YoY change: Shreveport -2.4%, Victorville -1.2%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Shreveport | Victorville |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 67°F | 62°F |
| January avg low | 37°F | 33°F |
| July avg high | 94°F | 98°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.9" | 0.0" |
| Annual precipitation | 51.4" | 5.6" |
Annual average temperatures in Shreveport (66.6°F) and Victorville (61.9°F) stay within 5°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Victorville 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: SHREVEPORT, LA US, VICTORVILLE, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Shreveport | Victorville |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 183,483 | 135,983 |
| Median household income | $48,465 | $70,663 |
| Median age | 37.5 | 32 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 15.5% | 8.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.43 | 3.63 |
Income gap is large: median household income climbs 25.6% between Shreveport and Victorville (ACS 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Victorville MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 267,890 | $47,210 |
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 177,100 | $47,040 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 167,590 | $34,570 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 136,950 | $36,420 |
| Healthcare Support Occupations | 115,940 | $32,240 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between Louisiana and California
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 — 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
- Raton Pass (I-25 at the Colorado line) can close in winter storms.
- I-17 and I-40 through the Flagstaff area can see winter closures; the rest of Arizona is generally clear year-round.
- 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
- Air conditioning matters: July highs in Victorville average 98°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
- Dry climate: Victorville sees only 5.6 in of precipitation a year. A humidifier helps keep wood furniture from cracking and is easier on skin and sinuses.
- 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.
- Register to vote in California after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
How far is Victorville, CA from Shreveport, LA?
The driving distance is 1534 mi and the route typically takes 26h 38m via I 40 and US 287. The trip crosses 5 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How much do homes cost in Victorville compared to Shreveport?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $436,009 in Victorville vs $135,092 in Shreveport — a 222.7% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
Is Victorville more expensive than Shreveport?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Victorville is 25.6% higher than Shreveport (106.442 vs 84.766, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
When is the best time to move from Shreveport to Victorville?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 1534 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
What is the climate difference between Shreveport and Victorville?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 61.9°F in Victorville vs 66.6°F in Shreveport (4.7°F colder). Annual snowfall: 0.0 in vs 0.9 in. Annual precipitation: 5.6 in vs 51.4 in.
How does household income compare in Shreveport vs Victorville?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $70,663 in Victorville vs $48,465 in Shreveport — a 45.8% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How does the job market in Victorville compare to Shreveport?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $47,450 in the Victorville MSA vs $39,150 in the Shreveport MSA, on total employment of 1,661,860 and 170,470 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
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City profiles: Shreveport, LA · Victorville, CA.