Moving from Frisco, TX to Concord, NC

Relocating 1064 mi from Frisco to Concord is a 19h 38m drive through 7 state(s). At long-haul distance the move touches nearly every household line item β€” rent or mortgage, utilities, tax withholding, climate load. This page sets the two cities side by side on each data layer.

1064 mi Β· 19h 38m by car Β· TX β†’ LA β†’ MS β†’ AL β†’ GA β†’ SC β†’ NC

COL -5.6% Home values -41.7% Ξ” -5.1Β°F annual

Distance & route

Driving
1064 mi
Drive time
19h 38m
States
7
Fuel (25 mpg)
43 gal
Route throughTX β†’ LA β†’ MS β†’ AL β†’ GA β†’ SC β†’ NC
Primary highwaysI 20, I 85, US 80
Major cities en routeMckinney, Denton, Allen, Plano, Carrollton

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

Cost of living

FriscoConcordU.S. avg
All items (RPP)103.0997.348100.0
Rents90.71189.164100.0
Goods102.83896.58100.0
Services117.87497.635100.0

Expect about 5.6% lower overall cost of living β€” BEA RPP 2024 has Concord at 97.348 vs Frisco at 103.09.

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

Housing prices

Frisco β€” typical home
$656,758
Concord β€” typical home
$382,592
Frisco β€” typical rent
$1,731/mo
Concord β€” typical rent
$1,733/mo

Expect roughly 5.6% lower home prices β€” ZHVI goes from $656,758 to $382,592 moving to Concord.

YoY change: Frisco -5.1%, Concord -1.9%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.

Climate

1991–2020 normalsFriscoConcord
Annual avg temperature66Β°F61Β°F
January avg low36Β°F29Β°F
July avg high94Β°F92Β°F
Annual snowfallβ€”3.3"
Annual precipitation41.9"47.9"

Expect 5.1Β°F colder year-round on the NOAA 1991–2020 normals.

Concord averages 3.3 in of snow a year on the NOAA 1991–2020 normals β€” a light winter by U.S. standards.

Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: RICHARDSON, TX US, CONCORD, NC US).

Demographics

ACS 5-year 2023FriscoConcord
Population210,238106,518
Median household income$146,158$84,752
Median age38.136.2
Bachelor's degree or higher38.5%25.3%
Avg household size2.842.88

Expect median household income to fall 5.6% β€” $146,158 β†’ $84,752 per ACS 5-year estimates (2023).

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

Jobs & wages

Frisco MSA β€” median wage
$48,440
Concord MSA β€” median wage
$47,830
Frisco MSA β€” employment
3,966,500
Concord MSA β€” employment
1,311,360

Top occupations in Concord MSA

OccupationEmploymentMedian wage
Office and Administrative Support Occupations 150,700 $43,540
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations 147,550 $37,460
Sales and Related Occupations 135,930 $37,730
Business and Financial Operations Occupations 110,080 $82,720
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations 109,770 $29,110

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.

Moving between Texas and North Carolina

Texas income tax
no state income tax
North Carolina income tax
4.25% top marginal

State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check North Carolina'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 β€” 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.

Winter driving along this route

  • I-40 through Pigeon Gap and I-26 over Saluda Grade can see chain requirements in winter storms.

State DOT 511 phone or web services provide real-time road conditions year-round.

Packing & arrival checklist

  • Air conditioning matters: July highs in Concord average 92Β°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
  • Atlantic hurricane season runs August through October, particularly on the Outer Banks.
  • 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 North Carolina after establishing residency.

Frequently asked

How much do homes cost in Concord compared to Frisco?

Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $382,592 in Concord vs $656,758 in Frisco β€” a 41.7% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.

How does the job market in Concord compare to Frisco?

BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $47,830 in the Concord MSA vs $48,440 in the Frisco MSA, on total employment of 1,311,360 and 3,966,500 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.

How does household income compare in Frisco vs Concord?

Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $84,752 in Concord vs $146,158 in Frisco β€” a 42.0% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.

How far is Concord, NC from Frisco, TX?

The driving distance is 1064 mi and the route typically takes 19h 38m via I 20 and I 85. The trip crosses 7 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.

When is the best time to move from Frisco to Concord?

Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 1064 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β€” see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.

Is Concord more expensive than Frisco?

Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Concord is 5.6% lower than Frisco (97.348 vs 103.09, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.

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City profiles: Frisco, TX Β· Concord, NC.

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