Moving from Lewisville, TX to Irvine, CA
It is 1426 mi between Lewisville and Irvine — roughly 24h 35m of driving, plus rest stops and overnight, through 4 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.
1426 mi · 24h 35m by car · CA → AZ → NM → TX
Distance & route
| Route through | CA → AZ → NM → TX |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 10, I 20, US 180 |
| Major cities en route | Costa Mesa, Long Beach, Santa Ana, Huntington Beach, Garden Grove |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Lewisville | Irvine | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 103.09 | 113.566 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 90.711 | 158.589 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 102.838 | 106.623 | 100.0 |
| Services | 117.874 | 170.433 | 100.0 |
Expect roughly 10.2% 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
Expect roughly 10.2% higher home prices — ZHVI goes from $393,896 to $1,557,982 moving to Irvine.
YoY change: Lewisville -5.2%, Irvine -0.8%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Lewisville | Irvine |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 65°F | 65°F |
| January avg low | 34°F | 43°F |
| July avg high | 95°F | 85°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.1" | 0.0" |
| Annual precipitation | 38.9" | 14.1" |
Annual average temperatures in Lewisville (65.4°F) and Irvine (64.9°F) stay within 5°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Irvine 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: GRAPEVINE DAM, TX US, TUSTIN IRVINE RCH, CA US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Lewisville | Irvine |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 128,313 | 308,160 |
| Median household income | $85,002 | $129,647 |
| Median age | 34.8 | 33.9 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 26.2% | 39.4% |
| Avg household size | 2.56 | 2.75 |
Irvine households earn about 10.2% more than Lewisville at the median — $85,002 → $129,647 on ACS 2023.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Irvine MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 746,160 | $48,810 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 570,740 | $35,580 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 516,960 | $40,560 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 494,430 | $39,510 |
| Healthcare Support Occupations | 461,490 | $33,530 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between Texas and California
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check California'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
- Donner Pass (I-80) and Tejon Pass (I-5 Grapevine) see chain requirements and occasional closures December through March.
- I-17 and I-40 through the Flagstaff area can see winter closures; the rest of Arizona is generally clear year-round.
- Raton Pass (I-25 at the Colorado line) can close in winter storms.
State DOT 511 phone or web services provide real-time road conditions year-round.
Packing & arrival checklist
- Dry climate: Irvine sees only 14.1 in of precipitation a year. A humidifier helps keep wood furniture from cracking and is easier on skin and sinuses.
- Wildfire season in California typically peaks July through October — register for county emergency alerts 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 California after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
How much do homes cost in Irvine compared to Lewisville?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $1,557,982 in Irvine vs $393,896 in Lewisville — a 295.5% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
Is Irvine more expensive than Lewisville?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Irvine is 10.2% higher than Lewisville (113.566 vs 103.09, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
What is the climate difference between Lewisville and Irvine?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 64.9°F in Irvine vs 65.4°F in Lewisville (0.5°F colder). Annual snowfall: 0.0 in vs 0.1 in. Annual precipitation: 14.1 in vs 38.9 in.
When is the best time to move from Lewisville to Irvine?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 1426 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How far is Irvine, CA from Lewisville, TX?
The driving distance is 1426 mi and the route typically takes 24h 35m via I 10 and I 20. The trip crosses 4 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How does the job market in Irvine compare to Lewisville?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $50,490 in the Irvine MSA vs $48,440 in the Lewisville MSA, on total employment of 6,185,570 and 3,966,500 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How does household income compare in Lewisville vs Irvine?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $129,647 in Irvine vs $85,002 in Lewisville — a 52.5% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
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City profiles: Lewisville, TX · Irvine, CA.