Moving from Tampa, FL to Lewisville, TX
It is 1126 mi between Tampa and Lewisville — roughly 20h 44m of driving, plus rest stops and overnight, through 5 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.
1126 mi · 20h 44m by car · FL → AL → MS → LA → TX
Distance & route
| Route through | FL → AL → MS → LA → TX |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 20, US 80, I 10 |
| Major cities en route | St Petersburg, Clearwater, Lakeland, Gainesville, Tallahassee |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Tampa | Lewisville | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 100.89 | 103.09 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 88.525 | 90.711 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 95.47 | 102.838 | 100.0 |
| Services | 125.839 | 117.874 | 100.0 |
No material COL gap at the headline level — BEA RPP for both cities falls within 5% (2024).
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Housing comes in 2.2% above Tampa — $374,888 → $393,896 on the latest ZHVI.
YoY change: Tampa -3.5%, Lewisville -5.2%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Tampa | Lewisville |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 75°F | 65°F |
| January avg low | 53°F | 34°F |
| July avg high | 91°F | 95°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.0" | 0.1" |
| Annual precipitation | 49.5" | 38.9" |
Annual temperature drops 9.1°F moving to Lewisville per NOAA normals.
Effectively snow-free year in Lewisville — NOAA normals show near-zero annual snowfall.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: TAMPA INTL AP, FL US, GRAPEVINE DAM, TX US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Tampa | Lewisville |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 393,389 | 128,313 |
| Median household income | $71,302 | $85,002 |
| Median age | 35.6 | 34.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 26.3% | 26.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.45 | 2.56 |
Households in Lewisville earn about 2.2% more at the median — ACS 5-year 2023.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Lewisville MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 523,660 | $44,430 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 412,270 | $39,950 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 368,400 | $36,710 |
| Management Occupations | 350,940 | $117,410 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 341,240 | $29,000 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between Florida 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.
Packing & arrival checklist
- Air conditioning matters: July highs in Lewisville average 95°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 Lewisville compare to Tampa?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $48,440 in the Lewisville MSA vs $46,420 in the Tampa MSA, on total employment of 3,966,500 and 1,412,840 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
Is Lewisville more expensive than Tampa?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Lewisville is 2.2% higher than Tampa (103.09 vs 100.89, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How much do homes cost in Lewisville compared to Tampa?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $393,896 in Lewisville vs $374,888 in Tampa — a 5.1% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
What is the climate difference between Tampa and Lewisville?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 65.4°F in Lewisville vs 74.5°F in Tampa (9.1°F colder). Annual snowfall: 0.1 in vs 0.0 in. Annual precipitation: 38.9 in vs 49.5 in.
When is the best time to move from Tampa to Lewisville?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 1126 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How does household income compare in Tampa vs Lewisville?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $85,002 in Lewisville vs $71,302 in Tampa — a 19.2% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How far is Lewisville, TX from Tampa, FL?
The driving distance is 1126 mi and the route typically takes 20h 44m via I 20 and US 80. The trip crosses 5 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
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