Moving from Lewisville, TX to Plano, TX
The drive from Lewisville to Plano covers 16 mi in about 28 min. Local moves still matter — school districts, tax jurisdictions, and housing micromarkets can all flip across short distances. This page pulls the latest federal and Zillow figures into a single side-by-side comparison to make those differences visible.
16 mi · 28 min by car · TX
Distance & route
| Route through | TX |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | TX 121, SRT |
| Major cities en route | Dallas, Garland, Mesquite, Richardson, Mckinney |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Lewisville | Plano | 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 |
Overall cost of living in Plano and Lewisville is within ±5% on the BEA Regional Price Parity (2024) — plan your budget on category-level differences instead.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Typical home value in Plano is 0.0% above Lewisville — $393,896 vs $498,989 per Zillow ZHVI (2026-03). Budget the mortgage math early.
YoY change: Lewisville -5.2%, Plano -5.3%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Lewisville | Plano |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 65°F | 66°F |
| January avg low | 34°F | 36°F |
| July avg high | 95°F | 94°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.1" | — |
| Annual precipitation | 38.9" | 41.9" |
Annual average temperatures in Lewisville (65.4°F) and Plano (65.8°F) stay within 5°F of each other (NOAA normals).
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: GRAPEVINE DAM, TX US, RICHARDSON, TX US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Lewisville | Plano |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 128,313 | 287,339 |
| Median household income | $85,002 | $108,649 |
| Median age | 34.8 | 39.3 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 26.2% | 35.1% |
| Avg household size | 2.56 | 2.6 |
Income gap is large: median household income climbs 0.0% between Lewisville and Plano (ACS 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Plano 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 Plano average 94°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 Plano compared to Lewisville?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $498,989 in Plano vs $393,896 in Lewisville — a 26.7% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does household income compare in Lewisville vs Plano?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $108,649 in Plano vs $85,002 in Lewisville — a 27.8% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How far is Plano, TX from Lewisville, TX?
The driving distance is 16 mi and the route typically takes 28 min via TX 121 and SRT. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
When is the best time to move from Lewisville to Plano?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 16 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How does the job market in Plano compare to Lewisville?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $48,440 in the Plano 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.
Plan the move
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City profiles: Lewisville, TX · Plano, TX.