Considerations when moving from Lancaster to San Bernardino

Cost of living: Lancaster vs. San Bernardino

Lancaster San Bernardino
Average rent cost $2,600 $1,950
Average home value $473,053 $481,419
Average income (per capita) $74,723 $55,372
Cost of living (single person) $2,540 $2,054
Cost of living (family of 4) $5,562 $4,469
Unemployment rate 15.6% 10.6%
  • Rent prices in San Bernardino are 25% lower than in Lancaster.
  • Home prices in San Bernardino are 1.8% higher than in Lancaster.
  • Income in San Bernardino is 25.9% lower than in Lancaster.
  • The cost of living for a single person in San Bernardino is 19.1% lower than in Lancaster.
  • The cost of living for a family in San Bernardino is 19.7% lower than in Lancaster.
  • The unemployment rate in San Bernardino is 32.05% lower than in Lancaster.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,425.98 in San Bernardino to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Lancaster.

How life is different in Lancaster vs. San Bernardino

San Bernardino Lancaster
Population 222,101 173,516
Political leaning Democratic 49.8-48.3 Democratic 58-38
Summer high 95ยบF 98ยบF
Winter low 42ยบF 31ยบF
Annual rain 13" 8"
Annual snow 0" 1"
Crime index 73.87 45.5
  • The population of San Bernardino is approximately 28% greater than the population of Lancaster.
  • In the last presidential election, San Bernardino voted Democratic and Lancaster voted Democratic.
  • The average high in the summertime in San Bernardino is 95ยบF and in Lancaster, itโ€™s 98ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, San Bernardino reaches the temperature of 42ยบF and Lancaster gets down to 31ยบF.
  • You can expect about 13 inches of annual rainfall in San Bernardino vs 8 inches of rainfall in Lancaster.
  • In San Bernardino, it snows about 0 inches annually vs 1 inch of snow in Lancaster.
  • San Bernardino has a higher crime rate than Lancaster with a crime index of 73.87 vs 45.5.

Things to do in San Bernardino

Whether you prefer to be in the great outdoors, soak up some culture, or catch a live game, San Bernardino has plenty to offer:

Museums in San Bernardinotoggle

  • Original McDonald's Site and Museum
  • San Bernardino History & Railroad Museum
  • Norton AFB Museum
  • Inland Empire Military Museum
  • Robert and Frances Fullerton Museum of Art

Parks in San Bernardinotoggle

  • Glen Helen Regional Park
  • Blair Park

Sports Teams in San Bernardinotoggle

Universities in San Bernardinotoggle

  • California State University, San Bernardino
  • California University of Science and Medicine
  • San Bernardino Valley College
  • The Art Institute of California - Inland Empire
  • American Sports University
  • Inland Empire Job Corps Center
  • UEI College

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Lancaster to San Bernardino?toggle

To ship furniture from Lancaster to San Bernardino with a mover will cost between $560 and $2,526. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $1,155โ€“$3,444, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Lancaster to San Bernardino will cost from $1,682โ€“$4,448.

How much are moving container companies from Lancaster to San Bernardino?toggle

Moving containers from Lancaster to San Bernardino will cost you $420 to $1,089 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $836 to $1,619. A larger home will cost $1,057 to $1,873.

How much is a moving truck from Lancaster to San Bernardino?toggle

Renting a moving truck is usually the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor; these estimates include the estimated fuel cost:

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $84 to $142. A larger move will cost $104 to $165, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Lancaster to San Bernardino costs from $120 to $171.

How far in advance should I book Lancaster-to-San Bernardino movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Lancaster to San Bernardino at least two months in advance. If youโ€™re moving during the busy summer months, itโ€™s best to book your movers at least three months ahead of your move. The sooner you reserve your Lancaster-to-San Bernardino movers, the better the chance youโ€™ll get the most affordable rates and secure the exact moving date you need. Some movers even offer early-bird discounts for advance reservations.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to San Bernardino?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to San Bernardino is between early October and late April. This period of time is outside of the moving industryโ€™s peak season (Mayโ€“September), which means demand โ€” and therefore pricing โ€” will typically be lower. A majority of all U.S. moves happen between May and August, so staying outside the busy summer months will help you save money.

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