Moving from Sunnyvale, CA to Fremont, CA
Moving from Sunnyvale, CA to Fremont, CA is a 14 mi drive, about 23 min by car. This is a local relocation β same-day moves are typical β but cost-of-living, housing, and tax lines still shift enough to plan around. The sections below pull current figures from BEA, the Census Bureau, Zillow, BLS, and NOAA for a side-by-side look.
14 mi Β· 23 min by car Β· CA
Distance & route
| Route through | CA |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | CA 237, I 880 |
| Major cities en route | Oakland, Hayward, San Jose, Santa Clara, San Mateo |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Sunnyvale | Fremont | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 110.423 | 115.613 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 156.659 | 172.585 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 105.168 | 108.465 | 100.0 |
| Services | 211.901 | 194.718 | 100.0 |
Overall cost of living in Fremont and Sunnyvale is within Β±5% on the BEA Regional Price Parity (2024) β plan your budget on category-level differences instead.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Typical home value in Fremont is 4.7% below Sunnyvale β $2,168,909 vs $1,543,132 per Zillow ZHVI (2026-03).
YoY change: Sunnyvale -0.1%, Fremont -4.0%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | Sunnyvale | Fremont |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 60Β°F | 60Β°F |
| January avg low | 42Β°F | 43Β°F |
| July avg high | 77Β°F | 77Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | β | 0.0" |
| Annual precipitation | 13.5" | 14.4" |
Annual average temperatures in Sunnyvale (59.9Β°F) and Fremont (59.9Β°F) stay within 5Β°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Fremont gets essentially no annual snowfall on the NOAA 1991β2020 normals β winter gear can largely stay in storage.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: MOFFETT FEDERAL AIRFIELD, CA US, NEWARK, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Sunnyvale | Fremont |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 153,455 | 228,518 |
| Median household income | $181,862 | $176,350 |
| Median age | 35.1 | 38.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 30.3% | 32.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.61 | 2.97 |
Median household incomes in Sunnyvale ($181,862) and Fremont ($176,350) are within a few percent (ACS 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Fremont MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 244,380 | $59,630 |
| Management Occupations | 237,070 | $171,350 |
| Business and Financial Operations Occupations | 211,250 | $104,950 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 194,040 | $39,200 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 183,930 | $49,390 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
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
- 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
- Dry climate: Fremont sees only 14.4 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 β 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 Fremont compared to Sunnyvale?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $1,543,132 in Fremont vs $2,168,909 in Sunnyvale β a 28.9% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does household income compare in Sunnyvale vs Fremont?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $176,350 in Fremont vs $181,862 in Sunnyvale β a 3.0% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
Is Fremont more expensive than Sunnyvale?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Fremont is 4.7% higher than Sunnyvale (115.613 vs 110.423, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How does the job market in Fremont compare to Sunnyvale?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $72,050 in the Fremont MSA vs $81,470 in the Sunnyvale MSA, on total employment of 2,422,210 and 1,141,820 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
When is the best time to move from Sunnyvale to Fremont?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 14 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How far is Fremont, CA from Sunnyvale, CA?
The driving distance is 14 mi and the route typically takes 23 min via CA 237 and I 880. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Plan the move
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City profiles: Sunnyvale, CA Β· Fremont, CA.