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Moving to Beverly Hills: costs, deadlines and a first-90-days checklist

If you are moving to Beverly Hills, the California DMV says you must get a California driver license within 10 days of becoming a resident and register an out-of-state vehicle within 20 days. The Census Bureau reports median gross rent of $2,830 and a median owner-occupied home value of $2,000,000 or more (2020–2024), with 41.0% of units owner-occupied. These are citywide figures; Beverly Hills is a separate city from Los Angeles. This is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice.

Beverly Hills at a glance (U.S. Census Bureau)

Census QuickFacts: Beverly Hills city, California (read October 16, 2026)
MeasureValuePeriod
Population estimate30,764July 1, 2025
Population (decennial census)32,701April 1, 2020
Median gross rent$2,8302020–2024
Median value of owner-occupied housing units$2,000,000+2020–2024
Owner-occupied housing unit rate41.0%2020–2024
Median household income$132,9772020–2024
Land area5.71 square miles2020

Source: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts.

First 90 days checklist

  1. Driver license: get a California license within 10 days of becoming a resident (California DMV).
  2. Vehicle: register an out-of-state vehicle within 20 days (California DMV).
  3. Address: notify the DMV of a new address within 10 days of moving.
  4. Housing: compare areas on the neighborhoods guide and the real estate guide; verify licensees with the state.
  5. Hiring help: check contractor licenses with the Contractors State License Board.
  6. Support: 211 LA for Los Angeles County services; 988 for crisis support.

Getting around

Metro's base fare is $1.75; see transportation.

Limits

This page does not cover immigration, schooling, insurance, income taxes or legal issues; consult the relevant agency or a licensed professional.

Sources

Facts on this page were read from the sources below on October 16, 2026. Hours, fares, prices and event dates change — confirm with the source before you travel. How we research and update.

Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to get a California driver license after moving?

Within 10 days of becoming a California resident, per the DMV.

How long do I have to register my car in California?

Within 20 days of becoming a resident, per the DMV.

What is the median rent in Beverly Hills?

$2,830 per month (gross rent, 2020–2024, Census Bureau).

Is it better to rent or buy in Beverly Hills?

It depends on your timeline and finances; 41.0% of units are owner-occupied (Census). We cannot give personalized financial advice.

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