Missouri to Texas Moving Guide

Missouri vs. Texas: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Missouri to Texas, you will be trading the iconic St. Louis-style pizza of Missouri for the equally delicious Texas BBQ brisket of Texas. And while the locals in Missouri rave about their flavorful Kansas City BBQ and sumptuous Toasted Raviolis, Texas residents know they have tasty smoked brisket and tacos to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the cauliflower wings they've grown to love, they can get ready for the vegan Tex-Mex of Texas. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Missouri eateries like Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que, Blues City Deli, and Pappy's Smokehouse. After the boxes are unpacked in Texas, don't wait too long before making your way to Texas' acclaimed eateries like Franklin Barbecue, Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, and Mi Tierra Café y Panadería.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Missouri and Texas

• The Colonial and Ranch architecture that Missouri is known for will be replaced with the Spanish and Modern Ranch architecture typical of Texas.
• Compared to Missouri's real estate listings that commonly reference large yards and proximity to schools, Texas real estate listings often highlight features like energy efficiency and community amenities.
• You can keep your walking shoes packed away; Texas is less walkable than Missouri.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike; Texas is less bike-friendly than Missouri.
• Texas has more of an urban feel than Missouri.
• Texas housing costs are 25% more expensive than they are in Missouri, with a median home price of $304,027 compared to Missouri’s $243,216.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Texas have increased by 45% compared to a 49% increase in Missouri.
• Rent in Texas is 26.84% more expensive than in Missouri.

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

• Break out the sunglasses for your move from Missouri to Texas. Texas gets 15% more sunshine days than Missouri.
• Texas has lower humidity and a higher average UV index compared to Missouri.
• Say goodbye to the possible tornadoes and floods in Missouri, 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 5 degrees warmer than in Missouri.
• The average winter lows are 15 degrees warmer than they are in Missouri.
• Your umbrella might be neglected in Texas. Texas receives 6 fewer inches of rain compared to Missouri.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Missouri and Texas

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Texas tend to earn about 12% more than those in Missouri
• The COLI in Texas will be 1% lower than what you are used to living in Missouri
• Hooray, moving to TX means you'll no longer have state income taxes
• The affluence in Texas is high compared to moderate in Missouri
• The poverty level is moderate in Texas compared to moderate in Missouri
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Missouri and low in Texas

Political and Religious Climate in Missouri vs. Texas

• Missouri tends to lean Republican in its political climate
• Texas, on the other hand, is often described as leaning Republican
• Texas's religious environment can be described as Christian, with diverse denominations and a significant Catholic population
• Missouri's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as Christian, with a sizeable Baptist community

Education Guide When Moving from Missouri to Texas

How Much Do Missouri to Texas Movers Cost?

Moving 724 miles from Missouri to Texas will typically cost between $2,500 and $5,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.