Moving from Concord, NC to Waco, TX
It is 1086 mi between Concord and Waco — roughly 20h 20m 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.
1086 mi · 20h 20m 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 | Tyler, Shreveport, Jackson, Tuscaloosa, Birmingham |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Concord | Waco | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 97.348 | 92.55 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 89.164 | 80.967 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 96.58 | 93.757 | 100.0 |
| Services | 97.635 | 83.531 | 100.0 |
Concord and Waco 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 $382,592 in Concord to $194,245 in Waco, a 4.9% decrease on the typical home value.
YoY change: Concord -1.9%, Waco -2.3%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Concord | Waco |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 61°F | 67°F |
| January avg low | 29°F | 36°F |
| July avg high | 92°F | 95°F |
| Annual snowfall | 3.3" | 0.0" |
| Annual precipitation | 47.9" | 37.5" |
Annual temperature rises 5.9°F moving to Waco per NOAA normals.
Snowfall is a non-factor at the destination: Waco sees under an inch a year per NOAA normals.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: CONCORD, NC US, WACO DAM, TX US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Concord | Waco |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 106,518 | 141,925 |
| Median household income | $84,752 | $51,468 |
| Median age | 36.2 | 29.2 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 25.3% | 17.4% |
| Avg household size | 2.88 | 2.68 |
Waco households earn about 4.9% less than Concord at the median — $84,752 → $51,468 on ACS 2023.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Waco MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 16,230 | $37,850 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 11,590 | $27,240 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 10,990 | $34,410 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 10,750 | $35,750 |
| Educational Instruction and Library Occupations | 10,020 | $58,350 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between North Carolina 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.
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 Waco 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
When is the best time to move from Concord to Waco?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 1086 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
What is the climate difference between Concord and Waco?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 66.6°F in Waco vs 60.7°F in Concord (5.9°F warmer). Annual snowfall: 0.0 in vs 3.3 in. Annual precipitation: 37.5 in vs 47.9 in.
Is Waco more expensive than Concord?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Waco is 4.9% lower than Concord (92.55 vs 97.348, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How does the job market in Waco compare to Concord?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $41,030 in the Waco MSA vs $47,830 in the Concord MSA, on total employment of 125,640 and 1,311,360 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How much do homes cost in Waco compared to Concord?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $194,245 in Waco vs $382,592 in Concord — a 49.2% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does household income compare in Concord vs Waco?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $51,468 in Waco vs $84,752 in Concord — a 39.3% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How far is Waco, TX from Concord, NC?
The driving distance is 1086 mi and the route typically takes 20h 20m via I 20 and I 85. The trip crosses 7 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
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City profiles: Concord, NC · Waco, TX.