Texas to West Virginia Moving Guide

Pros and Cons of Moving from Texas to West Virginia

ConsTexas

• Summer heat extremes
• Hurricane exposure
• High property taxes
• Costly home insurance
• Long urban commutes
• Severe drought periods
• Traffic congestion
• Urban sprawl
• Tornado and hailstorms
• High summer utilities
• Flat scenery
• Far from public lands

ProsWest Virginia

• Cooler mountain summers
• Minimal hurricane risk
• Lower property taxes
• Lower home insurance
• Shorter drive times
• More annual rainfall
• Lighter traffic
• Compact communities
• Fewer severe storms
• Lower cooling costs
• Mountain vistas
• Nearby state parks

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West Virginia

• State income tax
• Smaller job market
• Limited flight options
• Colder, snowier winters
• Landlocked state
• Smaller city offerings
• Fewer dining choices
• Few pro franchises
• Older housing stock
• Winding mountain roads
• Fewer industry hubs
• Fewer flagship schools

Texas

• No state income tax
• Large job market
• Major airline hubs
• Warm winter weather
• Coastal beach access
• Big-city amenities
• Diverse food scene
• Pro sports teams
• Newer housing supply
• Extensive road network
• Energy, tech hubs
• Larger universities

Pros of moving from Texas to West Virginia

• Say goodbye to summer heat extremes and hello to cooler mountain summers
• Look forward to moving away from hurricane exposure and moving to West Virginia with minimal hurricane risk
• Swap the high property taxes of Texas for lower property taxes in West Virginia
• Get ready for lower home insurance in West Virginia

Cons of moving from Texas to West Virginia

• Unfortunately, you'll be moving away from no state income tax in Texas to live with state income tax in West Virginia
• You'll lose out on the pro of a large job market and have to settle with the con of a smaller job market
• Time to bid farewell to major airline hubs and get used to limited flight options in West Virginia
• Swap warm winter weather for colder and snowier winters

Texas vs. West Virginia: Comparing the Local Foodie Scene

If you're moving from Texas to West Virginia, you will be trading the iconic Barbecue Brisket of Texas for the equally delicious Pepperoni Roll of West Virginia. And while the locals in Texas rave about their flavorful Beef Ribs and sumptuous Tacos, West Virginia residents know they have tasty Country Ham and Hot Dogs 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 Mushroom and Lentil Stew of West Virginia. In the days before your move, make sure you get one final trip to iconic Texas eateries like Franklin Barbecue, The Salt Lick, and Uchi. After the boxes are unpacked in West Virginia, don't wait too long before making your way to West Virginia's acclaimed eateries like Tudor's Biscuit World, Pat and Red’s BBQ, and The Bloomery.

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

Real Estate & Lifestyle Differences between Texas and West Virginia

• The Ranch and Modern architecture that Texas is known for will be replaced with the Cape Cod and Colonial architecture typical of West Virginia.
• Compared to Texas's real estate listings that commonly reference spacious yards and energy-efficient appliances, West Virginia real estate listings often highlight features like scenic views and hardwood floors.
• Make sure you unpack those walking shoes. West Virginia is more walkable than Texas.
• You might want to think twice before moving your bike. West Virginia is less bike-friendly than Texas.
• West Virginia has less of an urban feel than Texas.
• West Virginia housing costs are 47% less expensive than they are in Texas, with a median home price of $161,063 compared to Texas’s $304,027.
• Over the prior 5 years, home prices in West Virginia have increased 37% compared to a 45% increase in Texas.
• Rent in West Virginia is 40.99% more affordable than in Texas.

Your Move, Your Forecast: Key Weather Differences between Texas and West Virginia

• The shades won't be used as much for your move from Texas to West Virginia. West Virginia gets 35% fewer sunshine days than Texas.
• West Virginia 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 floods and landslides in West Virginia.
• Get ready for colder summers. The average summer high temperature in West Virginia is 9 degrees colder than Texas.
• The average winter lows in West Virginia are 12 degrees colder than they are in Texas.
• Your umbrella might be more overworked in West Virginia. West Virginia receives 9 more inches of rain compared to Texas.

Financial & Community Snapshot: Texas and West Virginia

• When it comes to your monthly paycheck, residents in West Virginia tend to earn about 25% less than in Texas
• The COLI in West Virginia will be 4% higher than what you are used to living in Texas
• Bummer... By moving from TX to WV, you'll now have a state income tax of 6.5%
• The affluence in West Virginia is low compared to moderate in Texas
• The poverty level is high in West Virginia compared to moderate in Texas
• In terms of homelessness, it is moderate in Texas and low in West Virginia

Political and Religious Climate in Texas vs. West Virginia

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

Education Guide When Moving from Texas to West Virginia

How Much Do Texas to West Virginia Movers Cost?

Moving 1,361 miles from Texas to West Virginia will typically cost between $3,000 and $7,000 to hire full service movers. See the chart below for a detailed breakdown by home size.