Moving from Atlanta, GA, to San Francisco, CA

Adjust to life in The City

Relocating from Atlanta, Georgia, to San Francisco, California, is a 2,500-mile cross-country move, so changes to weather, culture and lifestyle are to be expected. 

San Francisco has a larger city population, with 808,000 residents, compared to around 500,000 in Atlanta. However, the Atlanta metro area is more populated, with 6.2 million vs. 4.6 million in SF.  

While adjusting to life on the Pacific Coast might take some time, “The City” has so much to offer residents that you’ll feel at home soon. 

Milder weather on the West Coast

Despite being a coastal town, San Francisco gets less rain per year, with an average of 25 inches compared to 52 inches in Atlanta. 

While Atlanta typically gets around 1 inch of snow annually, zero inches per year is more common in SF. San Francisco's average winter lows are around 10 degrees warmer than Atlanta's, at 46 degrees. 

Atlanta’s average summer temperature is 89 degrees compared to only 67 degrees in SF, so you might feel a bit chilled as you adjust to the milder weather of the season. Fortunately, the 259 days of sunshine the city gets each year can brighten your day and warm you up! 

Embrace the diverse culture in San Francisco

San Francisco, the epicenter of the late 1960s hippie movement in the Haight-Ashbury district, is still a place for political activism, diversity, inclusion and social justice. 

The city offers everything from arts and music to environmentalism and innovative technology. With every neighborhood having its own unique identity, if one doesn’t feel like home to you, the next one might be a better fit.  

While exploring, don’t miss out on the food. Whether you’re in the mood for a street taco or gourmet dining, you’ll find what you’re looking for in San Francisco. 

Higher cost of living in San Francisco

The cost of living in San Francisco is higher than in Atlanta, especially in terms of housing. Fortunately, the average salary is also higher in the city, and unemployment is low. 

Many San Francisco residents are employed by the local schools and government. Job seekers will also find plenty of business, finance and technology opportunities. 

The public school district in San Francisco consists of 22 schools for grades K-12, and private options are also available. 

Ready to relocate to California?

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