Moving from League City, TX to Lewisville, TX
It is a 290 mi drive, roughly 5h 16m, between League City, TX and Lewisville, TX. At mid-range distance you typically see real gaps open up on cost of living, home values, and climate — not just scenery. This page assembles the comparison from federal data sources and Zillow Research for a single-page view of the move.
290 mi · 5h 16m by car · TX
Distance & route
| Route through | TX |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 45, I 35E, TX 121 BUS |
| Major cities en route | Frisco, Mckinney, Denton, Fort Worth, Carrollton |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| League City | Lewisville | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 98.629 | 103.09 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 95.288 | 90.711 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 100.639 | 102.838 | 100.0 |
| Services | 104.51 | 117.874 | 100.0 |
League City and Lewisville 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
Homes in Lewisville run about 4.5% pricier — ZHVI $372,300 → $393,896 (2026-03).
YoY change: League City -1.0%, Lewisville -5.2%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | League City | Lewisville |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 71°F | 65°F |
| January avg low | 46°F | 34°F |
| July avg high | 92°F | 95°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.2" | 0.1" |
| Annual precipitation | 60.2" | 38.9" |
Annual temperature drops 5.2°F moving to Lewisville per NOAA normals.
Snowfall is a non-factor at the destination: Lewisville sees under an inch a year per NOAA normals.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: HOUSTON NWSO, TX US, GRAPEVINE DAM, TX US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | League City | Lewisville |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 114,885 | 128,313 |
| Median household income | $119,870 | $85,002 |
| Median age | 37.7 | 34.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 32.7% | 26.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.68 | 2.56 |
Lewisville households earn about 4.5% less than League City at the median — $119,870 → $85,002 on ACS 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.
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.
Frequently asked
Is Lewisville more expensive than League City?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Lewisville is 4.5% higher than League City (103.09 vs 98.629, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How far is Lewisville, TX from League City, TX?
The driving distance is 290 mi and the route typically takes 5h 16m via I 45 and I 35E. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How does household income compare in League City vs Lewisville?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $85,002 in Lewisville vs $119,870 in League City — a 29.1% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How does the job market in Lewisville compare to League City?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $48,440 in the Lewisville MSA vs $46,960 in the League City MSA, on total employment of 3,966,500 and 3,179,460 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
When is the best time to move from League City 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 290 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
What is the climate difference between League City and Lewisville?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 65.4°F in Lewisville vs 70.6°F in League City (5.2°F colder). Annual snowfall: 0.1 in vs 0.2 in. Annual precipitation: 38.9 in vs 60.2 in.
How much do homes cost in Lewisville compared to League City?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $393,896 in Lewisville vs $372,300 in League City — a 5.8% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
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City profiles: League City, TX · Lewisville, TX.