Moving from Lewisville, TX to Concord, NC
It is 1064 mi between Lewisville and Concord — roughly 19h 37m 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.
1064 mi · 19h 37m by car · TX → LA → MS → AL → GA → SC → NC
Distance & route
| Route through | TX → LA → MS → AL → GA → SC → NC |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 20, I 85, US 80 |
| 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
| Lewisville | Concord | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 103.09 | 97.348 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 90.711 | 89.164 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 102.838 | 96.58 | 100.0 |
| Services | 117.874 | 97.635 | 100.0 |
Expect about 5.6% lower overall cost of living — BEA RPP 2024 has Concord at 97.348 vs Lewisville at 103.09.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
No meaningful housing gap at the typical-home level: ZHVI $393,896 vs $382,592.
YoY change: Lewisville -5.2%, Concord -1.9%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Lewisville | Concord |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 65°F | 61°F |
| January avg low | 34°F | 29°F |
| July avg high | 95°F | 92°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.1" | 3.3" |
| Annual precipitation | 38.9" | 47.9" |
Annual average temperatures in Lewisville (65.4°F) and Concord (60.7°F) stay within 5°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Concord averages 3.3 in of snow a year on the NOAA 1991–2020 normals — a light winter by U.S. standards.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: GRAPEVINE DAM, TX US, CONCORD, NC US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Lewisville | Concord |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 128,313 | 106,518 |
| Median household income | $85,002 | $84,752 |
| Median age | 34.8 | 36.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 26.2% | 25.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.56 | 2.88 |
Median household incomes in Lewisville ($85,002) and Concord ($84,752) are within a few percent (ACS 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Concord MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median 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
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 — 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 92°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 Lewisville?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $382,592 in Concord vs $393,896 in Lewisville — a 2.9% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How far is Concord, NC from Lewisville, TX?
The driving distance is 1064 mi and the route typically takes 19h 37m via I 20 and I 85. The trip crosses 7 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How does the job market in Concord compare to Lewisville?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $47,830 in the Concord MSA vs $48,440 in the Lewisville 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 Lewisville vs Concord?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $84,752 in Concord vs $85,002 in Lewisville — a 0.3% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
What is the climate difference between Lewisville and Concord?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 60.7°F in Concord vs 65.4°F in Lewisville (4.7°F colder). Annual snowfall: 3.3 in vs 0.1 in. Annual precipitation: 47.9 in vs 38.9 in.
When is the best time to move from Lewisville 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 — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
Is Concord more expensive than Lewisville?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Concord is 5.6% lower than Lewisville (97.348 vs 103.09, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
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City profiles: Lewisville, TX · Concord, NC.