Moving from Lewisville, TX to North Charleston, SC
Relocating 1093 mi from Lewisville to North Charleston is a 20h 7m drive through 6 state(s). At long-haul distance the move touches nearly every household line item — rent or mortgage, utilities, tax withholding, climate load. This page sets the two cities side by side on each data layer.
1093 mi · 20h 7m by car · TX → LA → MS → AL → GA → SC
Distance & route
| Route through | TX → LA → MS → AL → GA → SC |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 20, US 80, I 59 |
| 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 | North Charleston | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 103.09 | 100.962 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 90.711 | 88.212 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 102.838 | 96.339 | 100.0 |
| Services | 117.874 | 119.77 | 100.0 |
Lewisville and North Charleston 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 drops from $393,896 in Lewisville to $309,522 in North Charleston, a 2.1% decrease on the typical home value.
YoY change: Lewisville -5.2%, North Charleston -2.5%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Lewisville | North Charleston |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 65°F | 67°F |
| January avg low | 34°F | 39°F |
| July avg high | 95°F | 91°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.1" | 0.3" |
| Annual precipitation | 38.9" | 52.5" |
Climate is roughly comparable on the annual mean — 65.4°F vs 66.5°F per NOAA 1991–2020 normals.
Snowfall is a non-factor at the destination: North Charleston sees under an inch a year per NOAA normals.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: GRAPEVINE DAM, TX US, CHARLESTON INTL AP, SC US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Lewisville | North Charleston |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 128,313 | 117,460 |
| Median household income | $85,002 | $62,789 |
| Median age | 34.8 | 34.3 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 26.2% | 18.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.56 | 2.47 |
Expect median household income to fall 2.1% — $85,002 → $62,789 per ACS 5-year estimates (2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in North Charleston MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 46,720 | $41,590 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 41,780 | $28,460 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 36,680 | $34,810 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 33,150 | $38,280 |
| Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations | 26,230 | $79,390 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between Texas and South Carolina
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check South 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.
Packing & arrival checklist
- Air conditioning matters: July highs in North Charleston average 91°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: North Charleston averages 52.5 in of annual precipitation — waterproof jackets and boots are worth unpacking before the big boxes.
- Atlantic hurricane season runs August through October.
- 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 South Carolina after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
How much do homes cost in North Charleston compared to Lewisville?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $309,522 in North Charleston vs $393,896 in Lewisville — a 21.4% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How far is North Charleston, SC from Lewisville, TX?
The driving distance is 1093 mi and the route typically takes 20h 7m via I 20 and US 80. The trip crosses 6 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
When is the best time to move from Lewisville to North Charleston?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 1093 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
What is the climate difference between Lewisville and North Charleston?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 66.5°F in North Charleston vs 65.4°F in Lewisville (1.1°F warmer). Annual snowfall: 0.3 in vs 0.1 in. Annual precipitation: 52.5 in vs 38.9 in.
How does the job market in North Charleston compare to Lewisville?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $46,130 in the North Charleston MSA vs $48,440 in the Lewisville MSA, on total employment of 374,860 and 3,966,500 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
Is North Charleston more expensive than Lewisville?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in North Charleston is 2.1% lower than Lewisville (100.962 vs 103.09, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How does household income compare in Lewisville vs North Charleston?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $62,789 in North Charleston vs $85,002 in Lewisville — a 26.1% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
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City profiles: Lewisville, TX · North Charleston, SC.