Moving from Carrollton, TX to Pearland, TX

It is a 278 mi drive, roughly 5h 7m, between Carrollton, TX and Pearland, TX. At mid-range distance you typically see real gaps open up on cost of living, home values, and climate β€” not just scenery. This page assembles the comparison from federal data sources and Zillow Research for a single-page view of the move.

278 mi Β· 5h 7m by car Β· TX

COL -4.3% Home values -5.9% Ξ” +5.5Β°F annual

Distance & route

Driving
278 mi
Drive time
5h 7m
States
1
Fuel (25 mpg)
11 gal
Route throughTX
Primary highwaysI 45, I 35E, TX 288 TOLL
Major cities en routePlano, Frisco, Mckinney, Denton, Lewisville

Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.

Cost of living

CarrolltonPearlandU.S. avg
All items (RPP)103.0998.629100.0
Rents90.71195.288100.0
Goods102.838100.639100.0
Services117.874104.51100.0

Carrollton and Pearland sit within 5% on the overall BEA RPP β€” the composite diff is small, but rent or groceries alone may move more.

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.

Housing prices

Carrollton β€” typical home
$406,040
Pearland β€” typical home
$382,157
Carrollton β€” typical rent
$1,521/mo
Pearland β€” typical rent
$1,776/mo

Homes in Pearland run about 4.3% cheaper β€” ZHVI $406,040 β†’ $382,157 (2026-03).

YoY change: Carrollton -4.6%, Pearland -0.8%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.

Climate

1991–2020 normalsCarrolltonPearland
Annual avg temperature66Β°F71Β°F
January avg low36Β°F46Β°F
July avg high94Β°F93Β°F
Annual snowfallβ€”β€”
Annual precipitation41.9"53.3"

Annual temperature rises 5.5Β°F moving to Pearland per NOAA normals.

Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: RICHARDSON, TX US, HOUSTON CLOVER FLD, TX US).

Demographics

ACS 5-year 2023CarrolltonPearland
Population132,741125,983
Median household income$99,115$112,470
Median age38.436.5
Bachelor's degree or higher29.1%29.6%
Avg household size2.62.89

Households in Pearland earn about 4.3% more at the median β€” ACS 5-year 2023.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.

Jobs & wages

Carrollton MSA β€” median wage
$48,440
Pearland MSA β€” median wage
$46,960
Carrollton MSA β€” employment
3,966,500
Pearland MSA β€” employment
3,179,460

Top occupations in Pearland MSA

OccupationEmploymentMedian wage
Office and Administrative Support Occupations 387,430 $41,570
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations 305,780 $39,450
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations 288,170 $27,490
Sales and Related Occupations 269,160 $35,450
Management Occupations 268,670 $109,460

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.

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 Pearland average 93Β°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: Pearland averages 53.3 in of annual precipitation β€” waterproof jackets and boots are worth unpacking before the big boxes.
  • 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.

Frequently asked

How does the job market in Pearland compare to Carrollton?

BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $46,960 in the Pearland MSA vs $48,440 in the Carrollton MSA, on total employment of 3,179,460 and 3,966,500 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.

How does household income compare in Carrollton vs Pearland?

Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $112,470 in Pearland vs $99,115 in Carrollton β€” a 13.5% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.

How far is Pearland, TX from Carrollton, TX?

The driving distance is 278 mi and the route typically takes 5h 7m via I 45 and I 35E. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.

How much do homes cost in Pearland compared to Carrollton?

Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $382,157 in Pearland vs $406,040 in Carrollton β€” a 5.9% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.

When is the best time to move from Carrollton to Pearland?

Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 278 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β€” see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.

Is Pearland more expensive than Carrollton?

Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Pearland is 4.3% lower than Carrollton (98.629 vs 103.09, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.

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City profiles: Carrollton, TX Β· Pearland, TX.

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