Moving from Honolulu, HI, to Los Angeles, CA

Moving to a paradise on the mainland 

Both Los Angeles, CA, and Honolulu, HI, could be described as paradise. Not only do the two cities have some differences, but thousands of miles also separate them — and the Pacific Ocean. 

Los Angeles, or the “City of Angels,” is much larger than Honolulu. LA has around 3.8 million people, compared to 351,000 in Honolulu. The metro population is also much larger in Los Angeles, with 13 million people vs. only 1.01 million in Hawaii’s capital city. 

Keep reading for more info about life in the second-largest city in the U.S. 

Similar summer temps with less rain

Summer temperatures are similar in LA and Honolulu, with average highs in the mid-80s.  

Like Honolulu, LA rarely receives snow, with winter lows reaching 46 degrees. Winters are warmer in Honolulu, with an average low of 65 degrees. 

Honolulu’s tropical climate meant lots of rain, around 45 inches annually. While LA also receives rain, its yearly average is only 16 inches, perfect for enjoying days at the beach. 

Travel out of state with ease

When you live on the mainland, traveling to another state is much easier. California is bordered by three states: Oregon, Nevada and Arizona. Plus, the states of Washington, Idaho, Utah and New Mexica are only one state away.  

You can get direct flights to many large cities through the LAX International Airport. It’s also possible to hop in your car and take a road trip on a whim. 

Las Vegas, NV, is less than 300 miles away, and Phoenix, AZ, is just under 400 miles west. For a longer trip, Salem, OR, is just over 900 miles north, or tack on an extra 200 miles to visit Seattle, WA. 

Find a lower cost of living in Los Angeles 

You might be surprised to learn that the cost of living in Los Angeles is typically lower than in Honolulu, but it’s true. With LA, you won’t experience some of the markup on household goods that Honolulu had to ship to the islands. 

Many people living in LA work in the entertainment industry, from actors, dancers and musicians to people who serve in other roles like caterers, costume designers and entertainment attorneys.  

Other popular industries in the area include bioscience, business, information technology, logistics and manufacturing. 

U-Pack can help with moves from Hawaii to California

U-Pack® has nationwide service centers, including locations near Honolulu and Los Angeles. We’re a DIY-moving service where you handle packing, loading and unloading, and then we move your belongings. Get a free online quote today or call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to speak to a moving consultant.