Arizona to Texas Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Arizona to Texas

ConsArizona

• State income tax
• Landlocked state
• Ongoing drought
• Water restrictions
• Dust storms
• Fewer major metros
• Fewer job hubs
• Desert monotony
• Higher car registration
• Smaller sports market
• Limited beach access
• Wildfire smoke
• Limited airline hubs

ProsTexas

• No income tax
• Gulf Coast beaches
• Higher annual rainfall
• Fewer water limits
• Fewer dust storms
• Multiple large metros
• Broader job market
• Diverse landscapes
• Lower registration fees
• More pro teams
• Coastal recreation
• Less wildfire smoke
• Major airline hubs

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Texas

• Humid summer heat
• Higher property taxes
• Hurricane exposure
• Tornado alley risk
• Limited public lands
• More overcast days
• Fewer nearby mountains
• Higher home insurance
• Observes daylight savings
• More mosquitoes
• Far from Grand Canyon
• High humidity

Arizona

• Dry heat summers
• Lower property taxes
• Low hurricane risk
• Low tornado risk
• Abundant public lands
• More sunny days
• Mountain day trips
• Lower home insurance
• No daylight savings
• Fewer mosquitoes
• Grand Canyon nearby
• Lower humidity

Pros of moving from Arizona to Texas

• Say goodbye to state income tax and hello to no income tax
• Look forward to moving away from a landlocked state and moving to Texas with Gulf Coast beaches
• Swap the ongoing drought of Arizona for higher annual rainfall in Texas
• Get ready for fewer water limits in Texas

Cons of moving from Arizona to Texas

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from dry heat summers in Arizona to live with humid summer heat in Texas
• You'll lose out on the pro of lower property taxes and have to settle for the con of higher property taxes
• Time to bid farewell to low hurricane risk and get used to hurricane exposure in Texas
• Swap low tornado risk for tornado alley risk

Arizona vs. Texas: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Arizona to Texas, you will be trading the iconic Chimichanga of Arizona for the equally delicious Brisket of Texas. And while the locals in Arizona rave about their flavorful Carne Asada and sumptuous Sonoran Hot Dog, Texas residents know they have tasty Smoked Brisket and Tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Jackfruit Tacos they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Tex-Mex Quinoa Salad of Texas. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Arizona eateries like Pizzeria Bianco, Elote Cafe, and Barrio Café. After the boxes are unpacked in Texas, don't wait too long before making your way to Texas' acclaimed eateries like Franklin Barbecue, The Alamo Cafe, and Pecan Lodge.

When comparing lifestyles, Texas shows less emphasis on fitness and health consciousness than Arizona. Food truck fans will discover a greater selection in Texas compared to what you are used to in Arizona. Also, the overall foodie scene is more bustling in Texas.

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Arizona and Texas

• The Spanish Colonial and Ranch architecture that Arizona is known for will be replaced with the Modern Ranch and Colonial architecture typical of Texas.
• Compared to Arizona's real estate listings that commonly reference open floor plans and patios, Texas real estate listings often highlight features like energy efficiency and large backyards.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away as Texas is less walkable than Arizona.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike as Texas is less bike-friendly than Arizona.
• Texas has more of an urban feel than Arizona.
• Texas housing costs are 29% less expensive than they are in Arizona, with a median home price of $304,027 compared to Arizona’s $430,827.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Texas have increased by 45% compared to a 63% increase in Arizona.
• Rent in Texas is 11.54% more affordable than in Arizona.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Arizona and Texas

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Arizona to Texas. Texas gets 21% fewer sunshine days than Arizona.
• Texas has higher humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Arizona.
• Say goodbye to the possible wildfires and droughts in Arizona, but be on the lookout for potential hurricanes and tornadoes in Texas.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Texas is 10 degrees colder than in Arizona.
• The average winter lows are 4 degrees colder than they are in Arizona.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Texas. Texas receives 21 more inches of rain compared to Arizona.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Arizona and Texas

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Texas tend to earn about 3% less than in Arizona
• The COLI in Texas will be 10% lower than what you are used to living in Arizona
• Hooray, moving to TX means you'll no longer have state income taxes
• The affluence in Texas is moderate compared to moderate in Arizona
• The poverty level is moderate in Texas compared to notable in Arizona
• In terms of homelessness, it is noticeable in Arizona and visible in Texas

Political and Religious Climate in Arizona vs. Texas

• Arizona tends to lean mixed (swing state) in its political climate
• Texas, on the other hand, is often described as conservative-leaning
• Texas's religious environment can be described as Christianity dominant and evangelical Protestants prevalent
• Arizona's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as Christianity dominant, followed by non-affiliated

How Much Do Arizona to Texas Movers Cost?

Moving 828 miles from Arizona to Texas will typically cost between $2,500 and $6,000 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.