Moving from Orlando, FL to Lewisville, TX
It is 1123 mi between Orlando and Lewisville — roughly 20h 47m 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.
1123 mi · 20h 47m by car · FL → AL → MS → LA → TX
Distance & route
| Route through | FL → AL → MS → LA → TX |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 20, US 80, I 10 |
| Major cities en route | Gainesville, Tallahassee, Mobile, Jackson, Shreveport |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Orlando | Lewisville | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 101.418 | 103.09 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 87.196 | 90.711 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 96.24 | 102.838 | 100.0 |
| Services | 123.374 | 117.874 | 100.0 |
Orlando 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 1.6% pricier — ZHVI $374,136 → $393,896 (2026-03).
YoY change: Orlando -3.5%, Lewisville -5.2%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Orlando | Lewisville |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 73°F | 65°F |
| January avg low | 50°F | 34°F |
| July avg high | 92°F | 95°F |
| Annual snowfall | 0.0" | 0.1" |
| Annual precipitation | 51.5" | 38.9" |
Annual temperature drops 7.6°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: ORLANDO INTL AP, FL US, GRAPEVINE DAM, TX US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Orlando | Lewisville |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 311,732 | 128,313 |
| Median household income | $69,268 | $85,002 |
| Median age | 35.1 | 34.8 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 26.1% | 26.2% |
| Avg household size | 2.46 | 2.56 |
Lewisville households earn about 1.6% more than Orlando at the median — $69,268 → $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.
Moving between Florida and Texas
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 — 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
- 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.
- Register to vote in Texas after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
How much do homes cost in Lewisville compared to Orlando?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $393,896 in Lewisville vs $374,136 in Orlando — a 5.3% higher figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
Is Lewisville more expensive than Orlando?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Lewisville is 1.6% higher than Orlando (103.09 vs 101.418, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How far is Lewisville, TX from Orlando, FL?
The driving distance is 1123 mi and the route typically takes 20h 47m via I 20 and US 80. The trip crosses 5 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
When is the best time to move from Orlando 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 1123 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How does the job market in Lewisville compare to Orlando?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $48,440 in the Lewisville MSA vs $43,120 in the Orlando MSA, on total employment of 3,966,500 and 1,366,800 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
What is the climate difference between Orlando and Lewisville?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 65.4°F in Lewisville vs 73.0°F in Orlando (7.6°F colder). Annual snowfall: 0.1 in vs 0.0 in. Annual precipitation: 38.9 in vs 51.5 in.
How does household income compare in Orlando vs Lewisville?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $85,002 in Lewisville vs $69,268 in Orlando — a 22.7% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
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