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Moving to Anaheim, CA

Population 350,365 · SNA Airport · Pacific Time

Everything you need to know about housing, neighborhoods, and the local lifestyle before you pack your boxes.

Median Home

$750,000

Rent (1BR)

$2,100/mo

Cost of Living

150 / 100

Unemployment

4%

Sunny Days

281/yr

Walkability

Car-Dependent

What It's Really Like in Anaheim

Home of Disneyland and the Anaheim Ducks/Angels with Orange County beach access. A more affordable entry point to Southern California's coastal lifestyle.

Neighborhood Guide

Where to live in Anaheim based on your lifestyle and budget.

Anaheim Hills

family-friendly

East Anaheim hills with excellent schools, canyon views, and family communities.

Avg Rent

$2,200

Home Price

$850,000

Walkability

Low

Platinum Triangle

trendy

Stadium district with new condos, restaurants, and Angel Stadium.

Avg Rent

$2,300

Home Price

$600,000

Walkability

Medium

Downtown Anaheim

trendy

Center Street Promenade with craft beer, restaurants, and Packing District food hall.

Avg Rent

$1,800

Home Price

$550,000

Walkability

Medium

West Anaheim

affordable

Near Disneyland with more affordable options and Beach Boulevard access.

Avg Rent

$1,800

Home Price

$650,000

Walkability

Low

Cost of Living Breakdown

Compared to the national average (100). Below 100 = cheaper, above 100 = more expensive.

Groceries

105

5% above avg

Housing

248

148% above avg

Transportation

112

12% above avg

Healthcare

106

6% above avg

Utilities

92

8% below avg

Best Neighborhoods By Situation

Best for Families

Anaheim Hills — $2,200/mo rent

Best for Young Professionals

Platinum Triangle — $2,300/mo rent
Downtown Anaheim — $1,800/mo rent

Most Affordable

Downtown Anaheim — $1,800/mo rent
West Anaheim — $1,800/mo rent

Getting Around Anaheim

Walkability: Car-Dependent

Anaheim is primarily car-dependent. You'll need a vehicle for most daily activities including commuting, shopping, and entertainment.

Airport: SNA

Anaheim is served by SNA airport, connecting you to major domestic and international destinations. This is important if you travel frequently for work or want to visit family back home.

Jobs & Economy

Median Income

$69,973

Unemployment Rate

4%

State Income Tax

1-13.3%

Cost of Living Index

150

Top Industries

Tourism/EntertainmentHealthcareTechnologyManufacturingRetail

Major Employers

Disneyland ResortKaiser PermanenteAT&TNorthgate MarketsAnaheim Convention Center

Popular Routes to Anaheim

People are moving to Anaheim from these cities.

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3,165 miles57.5hr driveI-20 East

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1,535 miles27.9hr driveI-20 East

Anaheim, CAAnaheim

115 miles2.1hr driveI-5 South

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1,585 miles28.8hr driveI-20 East

Moving from Anaheim to Other States

Route guides from Anaheim, CA to every US state.

Anaheim → Texas Anaheim → Florida Anaheim → New York Anaheim → Pennsylvania Anaheim → Illinois Anaheim → Ohio Anaheim → Georgia Anaheim → North Carolina Anaheim → Michigan Anaheim → New Jersey Anaheim → Virginia Anaheim → Washington Anaheim → Arizona Anaheim → Massachusetts Anaheim → Tennessee Anaheim → Indiana Anaheim → Maryland Anaheim → Missouri Anaheim → Wisconsin Anaheim → Colorado Anaheim → Minnesota Anaheim → South Carolina Anaheim → Alabama Anaheim → Louisiana Anaheim → Kentucky Anaheim → Oregon Anaheim → Oklahoma Anaheim → Connecticut Anaheim → Utah Anaheim → Iowa Anaheim → Nevada Anaheim → Arkansas Anaheim → Mississippi Anaheim → Kansas Anaheim → New Mexico Anaheim → Nebraska Anaheim → Idaho Anaheim → West Virginia Anaheim → Hawaii Anaheim → New Hampshire Anaheim → Maine Anaheim → Rhode Island Anaheim → Montana Anaheim → Delaware Anaheim → South Dakota Anaheim → North Dakota Anaheim → Alaska Anaheim → District of Columbia Anaheim → Vermont Anaheim → Wyoming

Moving from Anaheim to Metro Areas

Route guides from Anaheim to major metropolitan areas.

Anaheim → New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ Anaheim → Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA Anaheim → Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN Anaheim → San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA Anaheim → Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Anaheim → Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Anaheim → Trenton-Princeton, NJ Anaheim → Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT Anaheim → Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD Anaheim → Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL Anaheim → Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ Anaheim → Vallejo, CA Anaheim → Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Anaheim → Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA Anaheim → Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD Anaheim → Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA Anaheim → Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH Anaheim → Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO Anaheim → Kenosha, WI Anaheim → Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI

Your Anaheim Newcomer Checklist

A 30-60-90 day plan to get settled in your new city.

30

First 30 Days

Update your driver's license & vehicle registration
Register to vote at your new address
Set up utilities (electric, water, internet)
Find a primary care doctor & dentist
Open a local bank account if needed
Explore your neighborhood on foot

60

Days 30–60

Join a local gym, club, or meetup group
Try restaurants in different neighborhoods
Find your go-to grocery store & pharmacy
Learn the best commute routes & shortcuts
Attend a local event or festival
Meet your neighbors — introduce yourself

90

Days 60–90

Establish a weekend routine (parks, brunch spots)
Build a professional network in your industry
Find a favorite coffee shop to work from
Explore day-trip destinations nearby
Start feeling like a local — give directions!
Invite friends & family to visit your new home

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