Moving from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY
Straight-line distance: 2,459 miles.
| Home size | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bedroom | $2,840 – $4,560 |
| 2-3 bedroom | $6,010 – $9,580 |
| 4+ bedroom house | $9,691 – $15,394 |
Estimates based on typical per-mile and per-room moving-industry rates; actual quotes vary by mover, season, and access. Not a quote from any specific company.
How New York compares to Los Angeles
Los Angeles's median home value is $822,600 — 12% higher than New York's $732,100.
Los Angeles's median household income runs $76,244, against $76,607 in New York.
Monthly rent typically costs $1,791 in Los Angeles and $1,714 in New York.
FEMA rates Los Angeles's natural-hazard risk higher than New York's: Very High versus Relatively High.
New York, NY beats Los Angeles, CA on both housing metrics we track — home value and rent — though this doesn't capture the full cost of living.
| Metric | Los Angeles, CA | New York, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,881,041 | 8,622,467 |
| Median home value | $822,600 | $732,100 |
| Median household income | $76,244 | $76,607 |
| Median gross rent | $1,791 | $1,714 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Very High | Relatively High |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.