Moving from Lewisville, TX to Irving, TX
Relocating from Lewisville, TX to Irving, TX? The drive is 19 mi — about 27 min. Local does not always mean identical: BEA RPP, Zillow ZHVI, and NOAA climate can all shift a few percent across short distances. The sections below compare each data layer directly.
19 mi · 27 min by car · TX
Distance & route
| Route through | TX |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | PGBT, I 35E, TX 121 BUS |
| Major cities en route | Dallas, Grand Prairie, Fort Worth, Arlington, Mesquite |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Lewisville | Irving | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 103.09 | 103.09 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 90.711 | 90.711 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 102.838 | 102.838 | 100.0 |
| Services | 117.874 | 117.874 | 100.0 |
No material COL gap at the headline level — BEA RPP for both cities falls within 5% (2024).
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Housing comes in 0.0% under Lewisville — $393,896 → $341,503 on the latest ZHVI.
YoY change: Lewisville -5.2%, Irving -2.6%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Lewisville | Irving |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 65°F | 67°F |
| January avg low | 34°F | 36°F |
| July avg high | 95°F | 96°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.1" | 1.6" |
| Annual precipitation | 38.9" | 37.0" |
No material annual-average temperature gap; seasonal extremes may still differ.
Light snow year: Irving gets around 1.6 in annually.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: GRAPEVINE DAM, TX US, DALLAS FT WORTH AP, TX US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Lewisville | Irving |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 128,313 | 255,036 |
| Median household income | $85,002 | $79,641 |
| Median age | 34.8 | 32.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 26.2% | 24.8% |
| Avg household size | 2.56 | 2.71 |
ACS 2023 shows median household income 0.0% lower in Irving than Lewisville.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Irving 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 Irving average 96°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
How much do homes cost in Irving compared to Lewisville?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $341,503 in Irving vs $393,896 in Lewisville — a 13.3% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does the job market in Irving compare to Lewisville?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $48,440 in the Irving MSA vs $48,440 in the Lewisville MSA, on total employment of 3,966,500 and 3,966,500 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How far is Irving, TX from Lewisville, TX?
The driving distance is 19 mi and the route typically takes 27 min via PGBT and I 35E. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
When is the best time to move from Lewisville to Irving?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 19 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
What is the climate difference between Lewisville and Irving?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 66.6°F in Irving vs 65.4°F in Lewisville (1.2°F warmer). Annual snowfall: 1.6 in vs 0.1 in. Annual precipitation: 37.0 in vs 38.9 in.
How does household income compare in Lewisville vs Irving?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $79,641 in Irving vs $85,002 in Lewisville — a 6.3% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
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City profiles: Lewisville, TX · Irving, TX.