Texas to Kentucky Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Texas to Kentucky

ConsTexas

• Unbearable summer heat
• Heavy traffic congestion
• High cost of living
• Droughts and water issues

ProsKentucky

• Four distinct seasons
• Less crowded roads
• Affordable living expenses
• Abundant natural resources

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Kentucky

• Fewer tech jobs
• Limited dining diversity
• Quieter evenings
• Limited sports teams

Texas

• Job opportunities in tech
• Diverse culinary scene
• Vibrant nightlife
• Professional sports teams

Pros of moving from Texas to Kentucky

• Say goodbye to unbearable summer heat and hello to four distinct seasons
• Look forward to moving away from heavy traffic congestion and moving to Kentucky with less crowded roads
• Swap the high cost of living in Texas for affordable living expenses in Kentucky
• Get ready for abundant natural resources in Kentucky

Cons of moving from Texas to Kentucky

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from job opportunities in tech in Texas to live with fewer tech jobs in Kentucky
• You'll lose out on the pro of a diverse culinary scene and have to settle with the con of limited dining diversity
• Time to bid farewell to vibrant nightlife and get used to quieter evenings in Kentucky
• Swap professional sports teams for limited sports teams

Texas vs. Kentucky: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Texas to Kentucky, you will be trading the iconic brisket of Texas for the equally delicious fried chicken of Kentucky. And while the locals in Texas rave about their flavorful barbecue ribs and sumptuous tacos, Kentucky residents know they have tasty burgoo and hot brown sandwich to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Tex-Mex vegan bowl they've grown to love, they can get ready for the vegan hot brown of Kentucky. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Texas eateries like Franklin Barbecue, The Salt Lick, and Killen's Barbecue. After the boxes are unpacked in Kentucky, don't wait too long before making your way to Kentucky's acclaimed eateries like The Brown Hotel, Holly Hill Inn, and Mammy's Kitchen.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Texas and Kentucky

• The Ranch architecture that Texas is known for will be replaced with the Colonial architecture typical of Kentucky.
• Compared to Texas's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and modern amenities, Kentucky real estate listings often highlight features like historic details and scenic views.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; Kentucky is more walkable than Texas.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Kentucky is more bike-friendly than Texas.
• Kentucky has less of an urban feel than Texas.
• Kentucky housing costs are 34% less expensive than they are in Texas, with a median home price of $201,332 compared to Texas’s $304,027.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Kentucky have increased by 47% compared to a 45% increase in Texas.
• Rent in Kentucky is 22.67% more affordable than in Texas.

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

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Texas to Kentucky. Kentucky gets 16% fewer sunshine days than Texas.
• Kentucky has higher humidity and a lower average UV index compared to Texas.
• Say goodbye to the possible hurricanes and tornadoes in Texas, but be on the lookout for potential tornadoes and flooding in Kentucky.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Kentucky is 7 degrees colder than in Texas.
• The average winter lows are 10 degrees colder than they are in Texas.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Kentucky. Kentucky receives 9 more inches of rain compared to Texas.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Texas and Kentucky

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Kentucky tend to earn about 18% less than in Texas
• The COLI in Kentucky is 4% lower than what you are used to living in Texas
• Bummer... By moving from Texas to Kentucky, you'll now have a state income tax of 5%
• The affluence in Kentucky is moderate compared to high in Texas
• The poverty level is high in Kentucky compared to moderate in Texas
• In terms of homelessness, it is moderate in Texas and low in Kentucky

Political and Religious Climate in Texas vs. Kentucky

• Texas tends to lean Republican in its political climate
• Kentucky, on the other hand, is often described as lean Republican
• Kentucky's religious environment can be described as evangelical Protestant and Baptist
• Texas' residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as evangelical Protestant and Catholic

Education Guide When Moving from Texas to Kentucky

How Much Do Texas to Kentucky Movers Cost?

Moving 1,119 miles from Texas to Kentucky will typically cost between $2,500 and $6,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.