Texas to Missouri Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Texas to Missouri

ConsTexas

• Extreme summer heat
• Higher property taxes
• Soaring housing costs
• Hurricane exposure
• Long urban commutes
• Water scarcity concerns
• Limited fall colors
• Higher sales tax
• Widespread sprawl
• Frequent drought cycles

ProsMissouri

• Cooler summer averages
• Lower property taxes
• More affordable homes
• Minimal hurricane risk
• Shorter average commutes
• Abundant lakes, rivers
• Colorful autumn foliage
• Lower state sales tax
• More compact cities
• More reliable rainfall

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Missouri

• State income tax
• Smaller job market
• Colder, snowier winters
• Fewer big-city amenities
• Smaller tech ecosystem
• No ocean beaches
• Smaller dining scene
• Shorter warm season
• Smaller state economy
• Aging infrastructure

Texas

• No state income tax
• Booming job market
• Mild winter weather
• Larger major metros
• Strong tech sector
• Gulf Coast beaches
• Diverse dining options
• Long outdoor season
• Larger state economy
• Newer infrastructure

Pros of moving from Texas to Missouri

• Say goodbye to extreme summer heat and hello to cooler summer averages
• Look forward to moving away from higher property taxes and moving to Missouri with lower property taxes
• Swap the soaring housing costs of Texas for more affordable homes in Missouri
• Get ready for minimal hurricane risk in Missouri

Cons of moving from Texas to Missouri

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from no state income tax in Texas to live with state income tax in Missouri
• You'll lose out on the pro of a booming job market and have to settle for the con of a smaller job market
• Time to bid farewell to mild winter weather and get used to colder, snowier winters in Missouri
• Swap larger major metros for fewer big-city amenities

Texas vs. Missouri: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Texas to Missouri, you will be trading the iconic Tex-Mex of Texas for the equally delicious St. Louis Style Pizza of Missouri. And while the locals in Texas rave about their flavorful brisket and sumptuous tacos, Missouri residents know they have tasty Kansas City Barbecue and toasted ravioli 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 BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich of Missouri. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Texas eateries like Franklin Barbecue, Uchi Houston, and Lonesome Dove Western Bistro. After the boxes are unpacked in Missouri, don't wait too long before making your way to Missouri's acclaimed eateries like Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que, Pi Pizzeria, and Ted Drewes Frozen Custard.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Texas and Missouri

• The Ranch architecture that Texas is known for will be replaced with the Colonial architecture typical of Missouri.
• Compared to Texas's real estate listings that commonly reference open floor plans and large backyards, Missouri real estate listings often highlight features like historical aspects and proximity to parks.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes; Missouri is more walkable than Texas.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike; Missouri is more bike-friendly than Texas.
• Missouri has less of an urban feel than Texas.
• Missouri housing costs are 20% less expensive than they are in Texas, with a median home price of $243,216 compared to Texas’s $304,027.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Missouri have increased by 49%, compared to a 45% increase in Texas.
• Rent in Missouri is 21.16% more affordable than in Texas.

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

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Texas to Missouri. Missouri gets 13% fewer sunshine days than Texas.
• Missouri 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 severe storms in Missouri.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Missouri is 5 degrees colder than in Texas.
• The average winter lows are 14 degrees colder than they are in Texas.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Missouri. Missouri receives 6 more inches of rain compared to Texas.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Texas and Missouri

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in Missouri tend to earn about 10% less than those in Texas
• The COLI in Missouri will be 1% higher than what you are used to living in Texas
• Bummer... By moving from TX to MO, you'll now have a state income tax of up to 5.4%
• The affluence in Missouri is moderate compared to high in Texas
• The poverty level is moderate in Missouri compared to moderate in Texas
• In terms of homelessness, it is low in Texas and low in Missouri

Political and Religious Climate in Texas vs. Missouri

• Texas tends to lean Republican-leaning in its political climate
• Missouri, on the other hand, is often described as politically mixed, leaning Republican
• Missouri's religious environment can be described as primarily Protestant, with Catholic and other faiths present
• Texas' residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as Protestant, Catholic, with a growing number of non-religious residents

How Much Do Texas to Missouri Movers Cost?

Moving 724 miles from Texas to Missouri 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.