Moving from Austin, TX to Davie, FL
It is 1325 mi between Austin and Davie — roughly 24h 20m 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.
1325 mi · 24h 20m by car · TX → LA → MS → AL → FL
Distance & route
| Route through | TX → LA → MS → AL → FL |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 10, US 90, US 69 |
| Major cities en route | Round Rock, College Station, Houston, Beaumont, New Orleans |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Austin | Davie | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 98.066 | 114.155 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 82.044 | 97.235 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 93.757 | 103.556 | 100.0 |
| Services | 120.361 | 155.551 | 100.0 |
Expect roughly 16.4% higher cost of living — rent and services usually drive most of a gap this size.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
No meaningful housing gap at the typical-home level: ZHVI $508,530 vs $515,020.
YoY change: Austin -5.7%, Davie -4.6%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Austin | Davie |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 70°F | 76°F |
| January avg low | 42°F | 58°F |
| July avg high | 97°F | 90°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.2" | 0.0" |
| Annual precipitation | 36.3" | 68.8" |
Annual temperature rises 5.9°F moving to Davie per NOAA normals.
Davie gets essentially no annual snowfall on the NOAA 1991–2020 normals — winter gear can largely stay in storage.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: AUSTIN-CAMP MABRY, TX US, FT LAUDERDALE, FL US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Austin | Davie |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 967,862 | 106,412 |
| Median household income | $91,461 | $87,171 |
| Median age | 34.5 | 37.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 36.2% | 24.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.2 | 2.77 |
Median household incomes in Austin ($91,461) and Davie ($87,171) are within a few percent (ACS 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Davie MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 393,730 | $41,640 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 306,440 | $37,640 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 261,940 | $30,720 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 239,610 | $37,610 |
| Business and Financial Operations Occupations | 194,910 | $77,760 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between Texas and Florida
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Florida'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 Davie average 90°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: Davie averages 68.8 in of annual precipitation — waterproof jackets and boots are worth unpacking before the big boxes.
- Hurricane season runs June through November — stock a basic emergency kit (water, flashlight, battery radio) during unpack.
- 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 Florida after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
How does household income compare in Austin vs Davie?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $87,171 in Davie vs $91,461 in Austin — a 4.7% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
What is the climate difference between Austin and Davie?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 75.9°F in Davie vs 70.0°F in Austin (5.9°F warmer). Annual snowfall: 0.0 in vs 0.2 in. Annual precipitation: 68.8 in vs 36.3 in.
How much do homes cost in Davie compared to Austin?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $515,020 in Davie vs $508,530 in Austin — a 1.3% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does the job market in Davie compare to Austin?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $46,510 in the Davie MSA vs $50,070 in the Austin MSA, on total employment of 2,721,490 and 1,235,440 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
When is the best time to move from Austin to Davie?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 1325 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
Is Davie more expensive than Austin?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Davie is 16.4% higher than Austin (114.155 vs 98.066, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How far is Davie, FL from Austin, TX?
The driving distance is 1325 mi and the route typically takes 24h 20m via I 10 and US 90. The trip crosses 5 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
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City profiles: Austin, TX · Davie, FL.