Minnesota to Texas Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Minnesota to Texas

ConsMinnesota

• Harsh winters
• Limited job market
• High taxes
• High cost of living

ProsTexas

• Mild winters
• Thriving job market
• No state income tax
• Lower cost of living

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Texas

• Urban sprawl
• Intense summer heat
• Heavy traffic
• Limited seasonal changes

Minnesota

• Cultural heritage
• Beautiful lakes
• Close-knit communities
• Variety of seasons

Pros of moving from Minnesota to Texas

• Say goodbye to harsh winters and hello to mild winters
• Look forward to moving away from a limited job market and moving to Texas with a thriving job market
• Swap the high taxes of Minnesota for no state income tax in Texas
• Get ready for a lower cost of living in Texas

Cons of moving from Minnesota to Texas

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from the cultural heritage in Minnesota to live with urban sprawl in Texas
• You'll lose out on the pro of beautiful lakes and have to settle for the con of intense summer heat
• Time to bid farewell to close-knit communities and get used to heavy traffic in Texas
• Swap the variety of seasons for limited seasonal changes

Minnesota vs. Texas: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Minnesota to Texas, you will be trading the iconic Hotdish of Minnesota for the equally delicious BBQ Brisket of Texas. And while the locals in Minnesota rave about their flavorful Walleye and sumptuous Juicy Lucy, Texas residents know they have tasty Texas Chili (no beans) and Tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Wild Rice Burger they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Vegan BBQ of Texas. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Minnesota eateries like Matt's Bar, Spoon and Stable, and Hell's Kitchen. After the boxes are unpacked in Texas, don't wait too long before making your way to Texas' acclaimed eateries like Franklin Barbecue, Lockhart Smokehouse, and Miguel's Mexican Kitchen and Bar.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Minnesota and Texas

• The Craftsman and Tudor architecture that Minnesota is known for will be replaced with the Ranch and Spanish Revival architecture typical of Texas.
• Compared to Minnesota's real estate listings that commonly reference lake access and wooded lots, Texas real estate listings often highlight features like outdoor living spaces and large garages.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Texas is less walkable than Minnesota.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Texas is less bike-friendly than Minnesota.
• Texas has less of an urban feel than Minnesota.
• Texas housing costs are 8% less expensive than they are in Minnesota, with a median home price of $304,027 compared to Minnesota’s $331,117.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Texas have increased by 45% compared to a 33% increase in Minnesota.
• Rent in Texas is 1.59% more expensive than in Minnesota.

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

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Minnesota to Texas. Texas gets 18% more sunshine days than Minnesota.
• Texas has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Minnesota.
• Say goodbye to the possible blizzards and tornadoes in Minnesota, but be on the lookout for potential hurricanes and tornadoes in Texas.
• Get ready for warmer summers. The average summer high temperature in Texas is 11 degrees warmer than in Minnesota.
• The average winter lows are 31 degrees warmer than they are in Minnesota.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Texas. Texas receives 10 fewer inches of rain compared to Minnesota.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Minnesota and Texas

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Texas tend to earn about 12% less than in Minnesota
• The COLI in Texas is 8% lower than what you are used to living in Minnesota
• Hooray, moving to TX means you'll no longer have state income taxes
• The affluence in Texas is moderate compared to that of affluent Minnesota
• The poverty level is high in Texas compared to moderate levels in Minnesota
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Minnesota and moderate in Texas

Political and Religious Climate in Minnesota vs. Texas

• Minnesota tends to lean moderately liberal in its political climate
• Texas, on the other hand, is often described as conservative
• Texas's religious environment can be described as mainly Christian with a larger Evangelical Protestant influence
• Minnesota's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as mainly Christian with a significant Lutheran presence

Education Guide When Moving from Minnesota to Texas

How Much Do Minnesota to Texas Movers Cost?

Moving 1,277 miles from Minnesota to Texas will typically cost between $3,000 and $7,000 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.