Moving from Round Rock, TX to College Station, TX
Moving from Round Rock, TX to College Station, TX covers 101 mi and about 2h 7m by car through 1 state(s). That is far enough that housing, cost-of-living, climate, and job market can all move meaningfully — the sections below pull current figures from BEA, Zillow, the Census Bureau, BLS, and NOAA to map exactly where the differences fall.
101 mi · 2h 7m by car · TX
Distance & route
| Route through | TX |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | US 79, US 190, TX 6 |
| Major cities en route | Austin |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Round Rock | College Station | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 98.066 | 90.951 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 82.044 | 84.39 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 93.757 | 93.757 | 100.0 |
| Services | 120.361 | 75.088 | 100.0 |
Overall prices in College Station are 7.3% below Round Rock — a mid-sized gap that shows up mostly in rent and services.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
Zillow typical home value is 7.3% lower in College Station than Round Rock as of 2026-03.
YoY change: Round Rock -5.9%, College Station +0.5%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
Climate normals not available (no NOAA station within range for one city).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Round Rock | College Station |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 124,288 | 122,280 |
| Median household income | $97,187 | $51,776 |
| Median age | 36.2 | 22.9 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 28.1% | 29.5% |
| Avg household size | 2.66 | 2.74 |
Median household income in College Station is 7.3% below Round Rock ($97,187 vs $51,776, ACS 5-year 2023).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in College Station MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 16,920 | $37,150 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 14,880 | $27,430 |
| Educational Instruction and Library Occupations | 14,280 | $63,400 |
| Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations | 10,460 | $76,630 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 9,930 | $31,090 |
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 College Station 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
How much do homes cost in College Station compared to Round Rock?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $349,041 in College Station vs $407,077 in Round Rock — a 14.3% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How does the job market in College Station compare to Round Rock?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $42,710 in the College Station MSA vs $50,070 in the Round Rock MSA, on total employment of 128,840 and 1,235,440 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How does household income compare in Round Rock vs College Station?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $51,776 in College Station vs $97,187 in Round Rock — a 46.7% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
When is the best time to move from Round Rock to College Station?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 101 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How far is College Station, TX from Round Rock, TX?
The driving distance is 101 mi and the route typically takes 2h 7m via US 79 and US 190. The trip crosses 1 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Is College Station more expensive than Round Rock?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in College Station is 7.3% lower than Round Rock (90.951 vs 98.066, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
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City profiles: Round Rock, TX · College Station, TX.