Moving from San Diego, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Straight-line distance: 111 miles.
| Home size | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bedroom | $548 – $836 |
| 2-3 bedroom | $1,689 – $2,559 |
| 4+ bedroom house | $3,135 – $4,741 |
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 Los Angeles compares to San Diego
San Diego's median home value is $783,300 — 5% lower than Los Angeles's $822,600.
Median household income is $98,657 in San Diego versus $76,244 in Los Angeles.
Typical rent runs $2,080 in San Diego and $1,791 in Los Angeles.
Housing costs are mixed: San Diego, CA has the lower median home value while Los Angeles, CA has lower median rent. This reflects housing only, not total cost of living.
| Metric | San Diego, CA | Los Angeles, CA |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,383,987 | 3,881,041 |
| Median home value | $783,300 | $822,600 |
| Median household income | $98,657 | $76,244 |
| Median gross rent | $2,080 | $1,791 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Very High | Very High |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.