Moving from Evansville, IN to Corpus Christi, TX

It is 1072 mi between Evansville and Corpus Christi β€” roughly 19h 59m 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.

1072 mi Β· 19h 59m by car Β· TX β†’ AR β†’ MO β†’ IL β†’ IN

COL +1.2% Home values +12.3% Ξ” +12.8Β°F annual

Distance & route

Driving
1072 mi
Drive time
19h 59m
States
5
Fuel (25 mpg)
43 gal
Route throughTX β†’ AR β†’ MO β†’ IL β†’ IN
Primary highwaysUS 59, I 30, I 55
Major cities en routeSugar Land, Houston, Pearland, Pasadena, League City

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

Cost of living

EvansvilleCorpus ChristiU.S. avg
All items (RPP)91.52892.671100.0
Rents86.71780.991100.0
Goods94.31893.757100.0
Services66.73584.905100.0

Evansville and Corpus Christi 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

Evansville β€” typical home
$198,977
Corpus Christi β€” typical home
$223,502
Evansville β€” typical rent
$1,024/mo
Corpus Christi β€” typical rent
$1,414/mo

Homes in Corpus Christi run about 1.2% pricier β€” ZHVI $198,977 β†’ $223,502 (2026-03).

YoY change: Evansville +3.7%, Corpus Christi -1.1%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.

Climate

1991–2020 normalsEvansvilleCorpus Christi
Annual avg temperature59Β°F72Β°F
January avg low27Β°F49Β°F
July avg high89Β°F89Β°F
Annual snowfallβ€”β€”
Annual precipitation47.8"34.1"

Annual temperature rises 12.8Β°F moving to Corpus Christi per NOAA normals.

Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: EVANSVILLE MUSEUM, IN US, PORT ARANSAS 11 SSW, TX US).

Demographics

ACS 5-year 2023EvansvilleCorpus Christi
Population116,441317,383
Median household income$52,251$66,325
Median age38.136.3
Bachelor's degree or higher15.2%15.8%
Avg household size2.232.69

Corpus Christi households earn about 1.2% more than Evansville at the median β€” $52,251 β†’ $66,325 on ACS 2023.

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

Jobs & wages

Evansville MSA β€” median wage
$41,930
Corpus Christi MSA β€” median wage
$41,570
Evansville MSA β€” employment
152,180
Corpus Christi MSA β€” employment
187,350

Top occupations in Corpus Christi MSA

OccupationEmploymentMedian wage
Office and Administrative Support Occupations 22,840 $37,700
Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations 21,400 $27,200
Sales and Related Occupations 15,380 $31,420
Transportation and Material Moving Occupations 14,070 $37,120
Construction and Extraction Occupations 14,050 $47,300

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.

Moving between Indiana and Texas

Indiana income tax
3% top marginal
Texas income tax
no state income tax

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 β€” 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

  • You are moving to a noticeably warmer climate (12.8Β°F higher annual average). Keep summer clothing accessible and consider donating or storing heavy winter gear.
  • 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 Evansville to Corpus Christi?

Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 1072 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β€” see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.

How does household income compare in Evansville vs Corpus Christi?

Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $66,325 in Corpus Christi vs $52,251 in Evansville β€” a 26.9% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.

Is Corpus Christi more expensive than Evansville?

Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Corpus Christi is 1.2% higher than Evansville (92.671 vs 91.528, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.

How far is Corpus Christi, TX from Evansville, IN?

The driving distance is 1072 mi and the route typically takes 19h 59m via US 59 and I 30. The trip crosses 5 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.

How much do homes cost in Corpus Christi compared to Evansville?

Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $223,502 in Corpus Christi vs $198,977 in Evansville β€” a 12.3% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.

How does the job market in Corpus Christi compare to Evansville?

BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $41,570 in the Corpus Christi MSA vs $41,930 in the Evansville MSA, on total employment of 187,350 and 152,180 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.

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City profiles: Evansville, IN Β· Corpus Christi, TX.

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