Moving from College Station, TX to Lewisville, TX

The 207 mi from College Station to Lewisville translate to about 3h 45m behind the wheel through 1 state(s). Mid-range moves tend to cross at least one meaningful boundary β€” MSA, climate zone, or tax jurisdiction. The sections below set the two cities side by side on housing, income, cost of living, climate, and jobs.

207 mi Β· 3h 45m by car Β· TX

COL +13.3% Home values +12.9% Ξ” -4.0Β°F annual

Distance & route

Driving
207 mi
Drive time
3h 45m
States
1
Fuel (25 mpg)
8 gal
Route throughTX
Primary highwaysI 35E, TX 6, US 190
Major cities en routeFrisco, Mckinney, Denton, Fort Worth, Plano

Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.

Cost of living

College StationLewisvilleU.S. avg
All items (RPP)90.951103.09100.0
Rents84.3990.711100.0
Goods93.757102.838100.0
Services75.088117.874100.0

Overall cost of living in Lewisville is 13.3% higher than College Station, per BEA Regional Price Parities (2024).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.

Housing prices

College Station β€” typical home
$349,041
Lewisville β€” typical home
$393,896
College Station β€” typical rent
$1,696/mo
Lewisville β€” typical rent
$1,572/mo

Typical home value in Lewisville is 13.3% above College Station ($393,896 vs $349,041 on Zillow ZHVI, 2026-03).

YoY change: College Station +0.5%, Lewisville -5.2%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.

Climate

1991–2020 normalsCollege StationLewisville
Annual avg temperature69Β°F65Β°F
January avg low41Β°F34Β°F
July avg high95Β°F95Β°F
Annual snowfallβ€”0.1"
Annual precipitation41.8"38.9"

Annual average temperatures in College Station (69.4Β°F) and Lewisville (65.4Β°F) stay within 5Β°F of each other (NOAA normals).

Lewisville gets essentially no annual snowfall on the NOAA 1991–2020 normals β€” winter gear can largely stay in storage.

Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: COLLEGE STN, TX US, GRAPEVINE DAM, TX US).

Demographics

ACS 5-year 2023College StationLewisville
Population122,280128,313
Median household income$51,776$85,002
Median age22.934.8
Bachelor's degree or higher29.5%26.2%
Avg household size2.742.56

Income gap is large: median household income climbs 13.3% between College Station and Lewisville (ACS 2023).

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.

Jobs & wages

College Station MSA β€” median wage
$42,710
Lewisville MSA β€” median wage
$48,440
College Station MSA β€” employment
128,840
Lewisville MSA β€” employment
3,966,500

Top occupations in Lewisville MSA

OccupationEmploymentMedian wage
Office and Administrative Support Occupations 523,660 $44,430
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations 412,270 $39,950
Sales and Related Occupations 368,400 $36,710
Management Occupations 350,940 $117,410
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations 341,240 $29,000

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.

Best time to move

Moving companies typically charge 20–30% more between Memorial Day and Labor Day (peak season). October through April offers the lowest rates and better mover availability.

To avoid mid-semester school transfers, most U.S. families schedule moves between mid-June and mid-August. Public school calendars typically run late August or early September through late May or early June.

Packing & arrival checklist

  • Air conditioning matters: July highs in Lewisville average 95Β°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
  • Coastal Texas sees hurricanes June through November; inland areas face severe thunderstorms and occasional tornadoes in spring.
  • Arrange utility connection (power, internet, gas, water) two weeks ahead of move-in.
  • Update mailing address with USPS change-of-address within the first week post-move.

Frequently asked

How does the job market in Lewisville compare to College Station?

BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $48,440 in the Lewisville MSA vs $42,710 in the College Station MSA, on total employment of 3,966,500 and 128,840 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.

Is Lewisville more expensive than College Station?

Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Lewisville is 13.3% higher than College Station (103.09 vs 90.951, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.

How far is Lewisville, TX from College Station, TX?

The driving distance is 207 mi and the route typically takes 3h 45m via I 35E and TX 6. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.

How does household income compare in College Station vs Lewisville?

Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $85,002 in Lewisville vs $51,776 in College Station β€” a 64.2% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.

When is the best time to move from College Station to Lewisville?

Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 207 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β€” see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.

How much do homes cost in Lewisville compared to College Station?

Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $393,896 in Lewisville vs $349,041 in College Station β€” a 12.9% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.

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City profiles: College Station, TX Β· Lewisville, TX.

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