Texas to Washington Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Texas to Washington

ConsTexas

• Unbearable summer heat
• High property taxes
• Tornado alley risk
• Limited public lands
• Car dependent sprawl
• Flat scenery
• Hurricanes and flooding
• Drought and water stress
• Outdoor heat limits
• Mosquito heavy summers

ProsWashington

• Milder summer temps
• Lower property taxes
• Minimal tornado risk
• Vast public lands
• Better transit options
• Mountain vistas
• Few hurricanes
• Abundant rainfall
• Year round hiking
• Fewer mosquitoes

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Washington

• Higher housing costs
• Expensive gasoline
• Cloudier, darker days
• Colder, wetter winters
• Smaller, pricier lots
• Scarcer, costlier parking
• Higher sales tax
• Longer domestic flights
• Fewer homes with AC
• Steeper, hilly streets
• Rainy day disruptions
• Higher childcare costs
• Cold beach water

Texas

• Lower housing costs
• Cheap gasoline
• More sunshine
• Mild winter temps
• Big home lots
• Abundant parking
• Lower sales tax
• Central US access
• Homes with AC
• Flat city driving
• Year round patios
• Lower childcare costs
• Warm beach water

Pros of moving from Texas to Washington

• Say goodbye to unbearable summer heat and hello to milder summer temps
• Look forward to moving away from high property taxes and moving to Washington with lower property taxes
• Swap the tornado alley risk of Texas for minimal tornado risk in Washington
• Get ready for vast public lands in Washington

Cons of moving from Texas to Washington

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from lower housing costs in Texas to live with higher housing costs in Washington
• You'll lose out on the pro of cheap gasoline and have to settle for the con of expensive gasoline
• Time to bid farewell to more sunshine and get used to cloudier, darker days in Washington
• Swap mild winter temps for colder, wetter winters

Texas vs. Washington: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Texas to Washington, you will be trading the iconic BBQ Brisket of Texas for the equally delicious Seafood Chowder of Washington. And while the locals in Texas rave about their flavorful Smoked Ribs and sumptuous Texas Tacos, Washington residents know they have tasty Salmon and Fish Tacos 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 Vegan Pho of Washington. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Texas eateries like Franklin Barbecue, Killen's Steakhouse, and Cattlemen's Fort Worth Steak House. After the boxes are unpacked in Washington, don't wait too long before making your way to Washington's acclaimed eateries like Canlis, Salumi Artisan Cured Meats, and Mamnoon.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Texas and Washington

• The Ranch architecture that Texas is known for will be replaced with the Northwest Contemporary architecture typical of Washington.
• Compared to Texas's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and swimming pools, Washington real estate listings often highlight features like eco-friendly options and proximity to nature.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. Washington is more walkable than Texas.
• Make sure the movers take care of your bike. Washington is more bike-friendly than Texas.
• Washington has more of an urban feel than Texas.
• Washington housing costs are 94% more expensive than they are in Texas, with a median home price of $591,148 compared to Texas’s $304,027.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in Washington have increased by 49% compared to a 45% increase in Texas.
• Rent in Washington is 16.46% more expensive than in Texas.

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

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Texas to Washington. Washington gets 35% fewer sunshine days than Texas.
• Washington 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 volcanoes and earthquakes in Washington.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in Washington is 19 degrees colder than in Texas.
• The average winter lows are 6 degrees colder than they are in Texas.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in Washington. Washington receives 2 more inches of rain compared to Texas.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Texas and Washington

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Political and Religious Climate in Texas vs. Washington

• Texas tends to lean traditionally Republican in its political climate
• Washington, on the other hand, is often described as leaning Democratic, especially in urban areas
• Washington's religious environment can be described as less religious overall, with notable diversity in beliefs and practices
• Texas's residents' religious practices can be generally categorized as prominently practiced Christianity, with a significant Evangelical presence

How Much Do Texas to Washington Movers Cost?

Moving 1,918 miles from Texas to Washington will typically cost between $3,500 and $8,000 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.