Considerations when moving from Oakland to Chula Vista

Cost of living: Oakland vs. Chula Vista

Oakland Chula Vista
Average rent cost $2,200 $3,100
Average home value $736,156 $844,142
Average income (per capita) $94,389 $92,913
Cost of living (single person) $3,146 $7,167
Cost of living (family of 4) $8,584 $12,120
Unemployment rate 4.5% 7.9%
  • Rent prices in Chula Vista are 41% higher than in Oakland.
  • Home prices in Chula Vista are 14.7% higher than in Oakland.
  • Income in Chula Vista is 1.6% lower than in Oakland.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Chula Vista is 127.8% higher than in Oakland.
  • The cost of living for a family in Chula Vista is 41.2% higher than in Oakland.
  • The unemployment rate in Chula Vista is 75.56% higher than in Oakland.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $6,834.39 in Chula Vista to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Oakland.

How life is different in Oakland vs. Chula Vista

Chula Vista Oakland
Population 275,487 440,646
Political leaning Democratic 49.8-48.3 Democratic 51-46
Summer high 78ยบF 72ยบF
Winter low 47ยบF 44ยบF
Annual rain 11" 24"
Annual snow 0" 0"
Crime index 56.3 68.62
  • The population of Chula Vista is approximately 37% lower than the population of Oakland.
  • In the last presidential election, Chula Vista voted Democratic and Oakland voted Democratic.
  • The average high in the summertime in Chula Vista is 78ยบF and in Oakland, itโ€™s 72ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Chula Vista reaches the temperature of 47ยบF and Oakland gets down to 44ยบF.
  • You can expect about 11 inches of annual rainfall in Chula Vista vs 24 inches of rainfall in Oakland.
  • In Chula Vista, it snows about 0 inches annually vs 0 inches of snow in Oakland.
  • Chula Vista has a lower crime rate than Oakland with a crime index of 68.62 vs 56.3.

Things to do in Chula Vista

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

Museums in Chula Vistatoggle

  • Chula Vista Heritage Museum

Parks in Chula Vistatoggle

  • Chula Vista Bayside Park
  • Marina View Park
  • Mountain Hawk Park
  • Discovery Park
  • Memorial Bowl & Park

Sports Teams in Chula Vistatoggle

  • Chula Vista is the site of the Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center, formerly the Olympic Training Center.[127] The U.S. national rugby team practices at the OTC.

Universities in Chula Vistatoggle

  • Southwestern College

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Oakland to Chula Vista?toggle

To ship furniture from Oakland to Chula Vista with a mover will cost between $1,435 and $3,659. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $2,422โ€“$6,184, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Oakland to Chula Vista will cost from $4,190โ€“$8,949.

How much are moving container companies from Oakland to Chula Vista?toggle

Moving containers from Oakland to Chula Vista will cost you $792 to $1,901 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,399 to $2,700. A larger home will cost $1,842 to $3,501.

How much is a moving truck from Oakland to Chula Vista?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 $479 to $867. A larger move will cost $511 to $1,071, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Oakland to Chula Vista costs from $635 to $1,355.

How far in advance should I book Oakland-to-Chula Vista movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Oakland to Chula Vista 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 Oakland-to-Chula Vista 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 Chula Vista?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to Chula Vista 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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