Moving from Dallas, TX to Charlotte, NC
Straight-line distance: 927 miles.
| Home size | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bedroom | $1,345 – $2,130 |
| 2-3 bedroom | $3,191 – $4,999 |
| 4+ bedroom house | $5,413 – $8,443 |
Estimates based on typical per-mile and per-room moving-industry rates; actual quotes vary by mover, season, and access. Not a quote from any specific company.
How Charlotte compares to Dallas
On median home value, Dallas comes in at $270,700 — 13% lower than Charlotte, where the median is $312,800.
Dallas's median household income runs $63,985, against $74,070 in Charlotte.
Median rent is $1,305 in Dallas, compared with $1,399 in Charlotte.
Dallas's FEMA hazard rating (Very High) is higher than Charlotte's (Relatively High) — worth noting if climate risk factors into your decision.
Dallas, TX comes out ahead on housing affordability versus Charlotte, NC, with both a lower median home value and lower rent. Housing only — not the full cost-of-living picture.
| Metric | Dallas, TX | Charlotte, NC |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,300,642 | 875,045 |
| Median home value | $270,700 | $312,800 |
| Median household income | $63,985 | $74,070 |
| Median gross rent | $1,305 | $1,399 |
| Climate risk (FEMA) | Very High | Relatively High |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index
Data last updated July 2026.