Destination Guide
Moving to Texas
No state income tax, a booming job market, and room to breathe. Here's how to plan a smooth long-distance move to the Lone Star State.
Why Texas
Why people are moving to Texas
Texas has led the country in new residents for years running.
- No state income tax and a generally lower cost of living than the coasts.
- Jobs — tech, energy, healthcare, and finance are all growing, especially around Austin and Dallas.
- Space & housing — more house for your money than most large metros.
- Business-friendly — a big draw for companies and the people who follow them.
Where
Top places people move to in Texas
The big four, plus a fast-growing runner-up.
- Austin — tech hub, music, and rapid growth (and rising prices).
- Dallas–Fort Worth — huge job market and corporate relocations.
- Houston — energy, healthcare, and international diversity.
- San Antonio — affordable, family-friendly, steady growth.
- Fort Worth — more affordable than Dallas with its own identity.
Know before you go
What to know before you move
A few Texas realities to plan around.
- Summer heat is real — if you can, move in spring or fall, and plan move-day logistics around the heat.
- Property taxes run higher than average (there's no income tax to offset the state's revenue).
- Texas is big. “Close” cities can be hours apart — factor drive times into your planning.
- Peak season books fast in the growing metros — reserve early.
Plan the move
Planning your long-distance move to Texas
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