Moving from High Point, NC to San Antonio, TX
It is 1310 mi between High Point and San Antonio — roughly 24h 14m of driving, plus rest stops and overnight, through 7 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.
1310 mi · 24h 14m by car · TX → LA → MS → AL → GA → SC → NC
Distance & route
| Route through | TX → LA → MS → AL → GA → SC → NC |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 10, I 85, TX 130 |
| Major cities en route | Sugar Land, Houston, Pearland, Pasadena, League City |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| High Point | San Antonio | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 92.865 | 94.716 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 89.065 | 82.169 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 96.621 | 93.757 | 100.0 |
| Services | 74.519 | 94.575 | 100.0 |
High Point and San Antonio sit within 5% on the overall BEA RPP — the composite diff is small, but rent or groceries alone may move more.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Zillow ZHVI for San Antonio ($249,810) sits close to High Point ($249,821) — no material housing gap.
YoY change: High Point +0.3%, San Antonio -2.7%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | High Point | San Antonio |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 61°F | 69°F |
| January avg low | 32°F | 40°F |
| July avg high | 89°F | 94°F |
| Annual snowfall | 1.9" | 0.1" |
| Annual precipitation | 48.3" | 34.0" |
Annual temperature rises 7.9°F moving to San Antonio per NOAA normals.
Snowfall is a non-factor at the destination: San Antonio sees under an inch a year per NOAA normals.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: HIGH PT, NC US, SAN ANTONIO INCARNATE WORD, TX US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | High Point | San Antonio |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 115,263 | 1,458,954 |
| Median household income | $61,228 | $62,917 |
| Median age | 37.8 | 34.6 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 21.7% | 17.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.56 | 2.66 |
Household income lines up — $61,228 vs $62,917 on ACS 5-year 2023.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in San Antonio MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 145,480 | $41,700 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 109,390 | $28,430 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 100,480 | $37,340 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 93,110 | $34,910 |
| Management Occupations | 82,250 | $100,820 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between North Carolina 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.
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 San Antonio average 94°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.
- Register to vote in Texas after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
How does the job market in San Antonio compare to High Point?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $44,390 in the San Antonio MSA vs $42,730 in the High Point MSA, on total employment of 1,091,510 and 356,380 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
When is the best time to move from High Point to San Antonio?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 1310 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How far is San Antonio, TX from High Point, NC?
The driving distance is 1310 mi and the route typically takes 24h 14m via I 10 and I 85. The trip crosses 7 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
What is the climate difference between High Point and San Antonio?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 69.0°F in San Antonio vs 61.1°F in High Point (7.9°F warmer). Annual snowfall: 0.1 in vs 1.9 in. Annual precipitation: 34.0 in vs 48.3 in.
How does household income compare in High Point vs San Antonio?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $62,917 in San Antonio vs $61,228 in High Point — a 2.8% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
Is San Antonio more expensive than High Point?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in San Antonio is 2.0% higher than High Point (94.716 vs 92.865, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
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