Moving from Sioux Falls, SD to Fort Worth, TX
Your Complete Guide
970
Miles
17.6 hrs
Drive Time
I-35 South
Primary Highway
Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Sioux Falls, SD
Fort Worth, TX
Cost of Living Index
88
95
Median Home Price
$280,000
$290,000
Median 1BR Rent
$850/mo
$1,200/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$125
$150
Grocery Index
94
94
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 970-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Sioux Falls, SD and Fort Worth, TX.
Omaha, NE
A Midwestern gem on the Missouri River, home to Warren Buffett and a surprising food scene. Known for its steaks and the Henry Doorly Zoo.
Henry Doorly Zoo, steakhouses, and Berkshire Hathaway headquarters
Des Moines, IA
Iowa's capital and a rising star among Midwestern cities with a thriving downtown. Known for insurance industry and the Iowa State Fair.
Iowa State Fair, insurance industry, and East Village district
State Transition Guide: South Dakota → Texas
Moving from South Dakota to Texas? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 90 days of establishing residency in Texas
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in Texas
Vehicle inspection: Required annually
Things to Know About Texas
- No state income tax but property taxes are relatively high
- Annual vehicle safety inspections required
- Texas is the only state that was an independent republic
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 970 miles via I-35 South, taking about 17.6 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 3 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.