Moving from Davie, FL to Lewisville, TX
It is 1314 mi between Davie and Lewisville — roughly 24h 9m of driving, plus rest stops and overnight, through 5 state(s). A long-haul move crosses climate zones and usually state-income-tax lines. This page assembles the federal and Zillow data into a side-by-side comparison so the differences are easy to scan.
1314 mi · 24h 9m by car · TX → LA → MS → AL → FL
Distance & route
| Route through | TX → LA → MS → AL → FL |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 20, I 10, I 75 |
| Major cities en route | Frisco, Denton, Fort Worth, Carrollton, Arlington |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Davie | Lewisville | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 114.155 | 103.09 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 97.235 | 90.711 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 103.556 | 102.838 | 100.0 |
| Services | 155.551 | 117.874 | 100.0 |
Expect about 9.7% lower overall cost of living — BEA RPP 2024 has Lewisville at 103.09 vs Davie at 114.155.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Expect roughly 9.7% lower home prices — ZHVI goes from $515,020 to $393,896 moving to Lewisville.
YoY change: Davie -4.6%, Lewisville -5.2%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Davie | Lewisville |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 76°F | 65°F |
| January avg low | 58°F | 34°F |
| July avg high | 90°F | 95°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.0" | 0.1" |
| Annual precipitation | 68.8" | 38.9" |
Annual temperature drops 10.5°F moving to Lewisville per NOAA normals.
Lewisville gets essentially no annual snowfall on the NOAA 1991–2020 normals — winter gear can largely stay in storage.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: FT LAUDERDALE, FL US, GRAPEVINE DAM, TX US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Davie | Lewisville |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 106,412 | 128,313 |
| Median household income | $87,171 | $85,002 |
| Median age | 37.2 | 34.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 24.5% | 26.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.77 | 2.56 |
Median household incomes in Davie ($87,171) and Lewisville ($85,002) are within a few percent (ACS 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Lewisville MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median 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.
Moving between Florida and Texas
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Texas's DMV for the current deadline to transfer driver license and vehicle registration after establishing residency. Consult a tax professional for your specific filing situation — state tax treatment depends on residency, sourcing, and reciprocity agreements.
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 95°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
- You are moving to a noticeably colder climate (10.5°F lower annual average). Thermal layers, insulated boots, and a heavier winter coat should ride in the car, not the truck.
- 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.
- Register to vote in Texas after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
When is the best time to move from Davie 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 1314 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
What is the climate difference between Davie and Lewisville?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 65.4°F in Lewisville vs 75.9°F in Davie (10.5°F colder). Annual snowfall: 0.1 in vs 0.0 in. Annual precipitation: 38.9 in vs 68.8 in.
Is Lewisville more expensive than Davie?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Lewisville is 9.7% lower than Davie (103.09 vs 114.155, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How far is Lewisville, TX from Davie, FL?
The driving distance is 1314 mi and the route typically takes 24h 9m via I 20 and I 10. The trip crosses 5 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How much do homes cost in Lewisville compared to Davie?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $393,896 in Lewisville vs $515,020 in Davie — a 23.5% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does the job market in Lewisville compare to Davie?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $48,440 in the Lewisville MSA vs $46,510 in the Davie MSA, on total employment of 3,966,500 and 2,721,490 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How does household income compare in Davie vs Lewisville?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $85,002 in Lewisville vs $87,171 in Davie — a 2.5% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
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City profiles: Davie, FL · Lewisville, TX.