Moving from Fort Worth, TX to Sugar Land, TX
Moving from Fort Worth, TX to Sugar Land, TX covers 273 mi and about 5h 3m by car through 1 state(s). That is far enough that housing, cost-of-living, climate, and job market can all move meaningfully β the sections below pull current figures from BEA, Zillow, the Census Bureau, BLS, and NOAA to map exactly where the differences fall.
273 mi Β· 5h 3m by car Β· TX
Distance & route
| Route through | TX |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | TX 6, US 287 BUS, I 35W |
| Major cities en route | Carrollton, Lewisville, Irving, Arlington, Grand Prairie |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Fort Worth | Sugar Land | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 103.09 | 98.629 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 90.711 | 95.288 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 102.838 | 100.639 | 100.0 |
| Services | 117.874 | 104.51 | 100.0 |
Overall cost of living in Sugar Land and Fort Worth is within Β±5% on the BEA Regional Price Parity (2024) β plan your budget on category-level differences instead.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Typical home value in Sugar Land is 4.3% above Fort Worth β $298,051 vs $447,176 per Zillow ZHVI (2026-03). Budget the mortgage math early.
YoY change: Fort Worth -2.8%, Sugar Land -0.9%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | Fort Worth | Sugar Land |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 68Β°F | 71Β°F |
| January avg low | 37Β°F | 43Β°F |
| July avg high | 97Β°F | 94Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | β | 0.0" |
| Annual precipitation | β | 51.1" |
Annual average temperatures in Fort Worth (67.5Β°F) and Sugar Land (70.6Β°F) stay within 5Β°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Sugar Land gets essentially no annual snowfall on the NOAA 1991β2020 normals β winter gear can largely stay in storage.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: FT WORTH MEACHAM FLD NAAF, TX US, SUGAR LAND, TX US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Fort Worth | Sugar Land |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 941,311 | 109,735 |
| Median household income | $76,602 | $137,511 |
| Median age | 33.4 | 42.5 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 20.6% | 35.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.82 | 2.9 |
Median household income in Sugar Land is 4.3% above Fort Worth ($76,602 vs $137,511, ACS 5-year 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Sugar Land MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 387,430 | $41,570 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 305,780 | $39,450 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 288,170 | $27,490 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 269,160 | $35,450 |
| Management Occupations | 268,670 | $109,460 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Best time to move
Moving companies typically charge 20β30% 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 Sugar Land average 94Β°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
- Pack rain gear on top: Sugar Land averages 51.1 in of annual precipitation β waterproof jackets and boots are worth unpacking before the big boxes.
- 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 Sugar Land compare to Fort Worth?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $46,960 in the Sugar Land MSA vs $48,440 in the Fort Worth MSA, on total employment of 3,179,460 and 3,966,500 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How far is Sugar Land, TX from Fort Worth, TX?
The driving distance is 273 mi and the route typically takes 5h 3m via TX 6 and US 287 BUS. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Is Sugar Land more expensive than Fort Worth?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Sugar Land is 4.3% lower than Fort Worth (98.629 vs 103.09, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How does household income compare in Fort Worth vs Sugar Land?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $137,511 in Sugar Land vs $76,602 in Fort Worth β a 79.5% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How much do homes cost in Sugar Land compared to Fort Worth?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $447,176 in Sugar Land vs $298,051 in Fort Worth β a 50.0% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
When is the best time to move from Fort Worth to Sugar Land?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 273 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
Plan the move
Estimate costs with our moving cost calculator, or see where else to move from Fort Worth.
City profiles: Fort Worth, TX Β· Sugar Land, TX.