Moving from Charlotte, NC to New York, NY
Your Complete Guide
635
Miles
10 hrs
Drive Time
I-95 South / I-85 South
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Charlotte, NC
New York, NY
Cost of Living Index
100
187
Median Home Price
$360,000
$680,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,400/mo
$3,200/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$145
$180
Grocery Index
98
116
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 635-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Charlotte, NC and New York, NY.
Richmond, VA
Virginia's capital city blending Civil War history with a thriving arts and food scene. Known for its craft breweries and the James River.
Historic districts, craft beer scene, and outdoor recreation on the James River
Baltimore, MD
Charm City, a historic port city with a revitalized Inner Harbor and world-class museums. Known for its blue crabs and distinct neighborhoods.
Inner Harbor, blue crabs, Fort McHenry, and Johns Hopkins
State Transition Guide: North Carolina → New York
Moving from North Carolina to New York? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 30 days of establishing residency in New York
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in New York
Vehicle inspection: Required annually
Things to Know About New York
- NYC has additional city income taxes up to 3.88%
- Annual vehicle safety and emissions inspections required
- Upstate and downstate have dramatically different costs of living
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 635 miles via I-95 South / I-85 South, taking about 10 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 2 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.