($1,443) Movers From Boston, MA to Houston, TX

What to know before moving from Boston to Houston

• Rent prices in Houston are 54% lower than in Boston.
• Home prices in Houston are 64.3% lower than in Boston.
• Income in Houston is 21.7% lower than in Boston.
• The cost of living for a single person in Houston is 23.8% lower than in Boston.
• The cost of living for a family in Houston is 25.7% lower than in Boston.
• The unemployment rate in Houston is 33.87% lower than in Boston.
• Sales taxes in Houston are 32.00% higher than in Boston.
• State income taxes in Houston are 100.00% lower than in Boston.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $2,286.50 in Houston to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Boston.

How life is different in Boston vs. Houston

• Houston's population is about 241% greater than Boston.
• Houston's public transportation has a score of 5 out of 10 versus Boston's lower score of 9.
• Houston is less walkable than Boston with a score of 47 out of 100 vs Boston's 98 out of 100.
• Houston has a bike-friendliness score 49 out of 100, which means it isn't as accessible to and safe for cyclists as Boston, which has a score of 86 out of 100.
• Houston's crime rate is higher than Boston with a score of 63.5 compared to Boston's 39.88. This means that Houston neighborhoods are safer than 63.5% of all U.S. neighborhoods, and Boston neighborhoods are safer than 39.88%.
• Houston is considered to be less safe than Boston with a score of 36.5 vs Boston's 60.12.
• Air quality in Houston is good, and in Boston it's good.

Other things to consider for your Boston vs. Houston move

• Weather: Houston's weather is moderate to hot year-round but hurricane season in the late summer months may affect your move.
• HOA rules: Check ahead with any neighborhood or community rules on moving to ensure a smooth move.
• Elevator reservation: If your building has an elevator you'll want to check on how to reserve it for move day.
• Truck parking permits: Some cities require parking permits for large vehicles and moving trucks. Find out if you need any parking permits ahead of time.
• State licensing: In-state movers operating in the Lone Star State are legally required to be licensed by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TXDMV), which issues 10-digit TXDMV numbers to commercial carriers. Make sure the moving company you use has a license before hiring.
• State regulator: You can verify a Texas moving license and its status through the state's public utilities commission.
• Moving permits: Texas does not require any moving permits, but it is helpful to check local parking restrictions before moving into the state.
• Change of address: We recommend submitting your change of address form with USPS at least a week prior to your move. You can set an official move date on the form and this way all of your mail will get properly forwarded to Houston. Get started here.
• Moving company insurance: Every state requires moving companies to carry different levels of insurance. In Texas, movers typically provide Released Value Protection at no additional cost, covering items at 60 cents per pound. For enhanced protection, consider discussing Full Value Protection options with the moving company. Alternatively, explore third-party insurance providers for customized plans. It's crucial to understand coverage limits, potential additional costs, and read reviews to make an informed decision about your moving insurance in Texas.
• Moving checklist: Our moving checklist will help you have the peace of mind that you've got everything covered.

Where to live in Houston

Now that you've decided to make the move to "HOU", these are the best neighborhoods to move to in Houston.

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