Texas to Louisiana Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Texas to Louisiana

ConsTexas

• Scorching summers
• Costly living
• Limited natural scenery

ProsLouisiana

• Milder temperatures
• Lower expenses
• Rich biodiversity

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Louisiana

• Fewer job opportunities
• Lesser variety
• Fewer attractions

Texas

• Thriving economy
• Diverse cuisines
• Entertainment hubs

Pros of moving from Texas to Louisiana

• Say goodbye to scorching summers and hello to milder temperatures
• Look forward to moving away from costly living and moving to Louisiana with lower expenses
• Swap the limited natural scenery of Texas for rich biodiversity in Louisiana

Cons of moving from Texas to Louisiana

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from a thriving economy in Texas to live with fewer job opportunities in Louisiana
• You'll lose out on the pro of diverse cuisines and have to settle for the con of lesser variety
• Time to bid farewell to entertainment hubs and get used to fewer attractions in Louisiana

Texas vs. Louisiana: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Texas to Louisiana, you will be trading the iconic BBQ Brisket of Texas for the equally delicious Gumbo of Louisiana. And while the locals in Texas rave about their flavorful Smoked Sausage and sumptuous Tacos, Louisiana residents know they have tasty Crawfish Étouffée and Po'boys to savor. While the vegan transplants might be saying goodbye to the Tex-Mex Quinoa Salad they've grown to love, they can get ready for the Okra Gumbo of Louisiana. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Texas eateries like Franklin Barbecue, Gaido's, and Killen's BBQ. After the boxes are unpacked in Louisiana, don't wait too long before making your way to Louisiana's acclaimed eateries like Commander's Palace, Café Antoinette, and Galatoire's.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Texas and Louisiana

• The Ranch architecture that Texas is known for will be replaced with the French Colonial architecture typical of Louisiana.
• Compared to Texas's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and energy efficiency, Louisiana real estate listings often highlight features like historic charm and proximity to water.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; Louisiana is more walkable than Texas.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Louisiana is more bike-friendly than Texas.
• Louisiana has an equally urban feel as Texas.
• Louisiana housing costs are 35% less expensive than they are in Texas, with a median home price of $199,091 compared to Texas’s $304,027.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Louisiana have increased 13% compared to a 45% increase in Texas.
• Rent in Louisiana is 22.26% more affordable than in Texas.

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

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Texas to Louisiana. Louisiana gets 8% fewer sunshine days than Texas.
• Louisiana 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 hurricanes and floods in Louisiana.
• The average summer high temperature in Louisiana is 2 degrees colder than in Texas.
• The average winter lows are 1 degree warmer than they are in Texas.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Louisiana. Louisiana receives 24 more inches of rain compared to Texas.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Texas and Louisiana

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Louisiana tend to earn about 23% less than in Texas
• The COLI in Louisiana will be 5% higher than what you are used to living in Texas
• Bummer... By moving from Texas to Louisiana, you'll now have a state income tax of 2% to 6%
• The affluence in Louisiana is moderate compared to high in Texas
• The poverty level is high in Louisiana compared to moderate in Texas
• In terms of homelessness, it is moderate in Texas and low in Louisiana

Political and Religious Climate in Texas vs. Louisiana

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

Education Guide When Moving from Texas to Louisiana

How Much Do Texas to Louisiana Movers Cost?

Moving 549 miles from Texas to Louisiana will typically cost between $2,000 and $5,500 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.