Moving from San Diego, CA to Rochester, NY
Your Complete Guide
2,924
Miles
53.2 hrs
Drive Time
I-20 East
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
San Diego, CA
Rochester, NY
Cost of Living Index
160
82
Median Home Price
$850,000
$130,000
Median 1BR Rent
$2,200/mo
$900/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$135
$135
Grocery Index
106
96
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 2,924-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between San Diego, CA and Rochester, NY.
Phoenix, AZ
The Valley of the Sun and fifth-largest city in the US, known for year-round warmth. A major metropolitan area with world-class golf and resorts.
Year-round sunshine, Camelback Mountain, and spring training baseball
Las Vegas, NV
The Entertainment Capital of the World, famous for its Strip, shows, and nightlife. A rapidly growing desert metropolis with no state income tax.
The Strip, world-class entertainment, and 24/7 nightlife
State Transition Guide: California → New York
Moving from California to New York? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in New York
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in New York
Vehicle inspection: Required annually
Things to Know About New York
- NYC has additional city income taxes up to 3.88%
- Annual vehicle safety and emissions inspections required
- Upstate and downstate have dramatically different costs of living
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 2,924 miles via I-20 East, taking about 53.2 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 7 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.