How Much Does it Cost to Move to California?

It will cost between $550 and $16000 to move to California. The exact cost will be highly dependent on how far you need to travel and how large of a shipment you have.

What is a comfortable salary in California?

The high cost of living in California means that an average family of 4 has to earn about $125,000 before taxes in order to live comfortably. The number varies depending on exactly where in the state you live and the quality of life you are after, such that it is possible to live on less.

Does California have multiple time zones?

No, it does not. Although California is very large, the entirety of the state is within the Pacific Time Zone, making it 3 hours behind the time in New York. The state observes daylight savings time.

If I move to California, do I need to take a state driving test?

If you move to California from a different state and have a valid driver’s license from there, then you do not need to take another test. You do, however, have to exchange your license for a California license the next time you renew it.

Does California have any special laws?

It’s a little-known fact that California has one of the largest collections of laws and regulations. Not all are enforced, but some laws include things like it’s illegal for schools to provide soda or juice with lunch meals. In addition, anyone under 18 must wear a helmet when riding a bike or skateboard, and anyone purchasing a gun must be over 21.

Emily Kirschenbaum

Meet Emily! She's a fantastic writer who has covered a wide range of topics. Having gone through several moves herself, she's picked up some valuable tips and tricks on all things related to moving, whether it's local or long-distance. And despite still having some unpacked boxes from her last move, Emily loves nothing more than sharing her expertise to help others have a smooth and stress-free moving experience.

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