Considerations when moving from Austin to Laredo

Cost of living: Austin vs. Laredo

Austin Laredo
Average rent cost $1,765 $1,241
Average home value $508,841 $210,593
Average income (per capita) $68,258 $58,896
Cost of living (single person) $3,345 $1,756
Cost of living (family of 4) $7,815 $3,770
Unemployment rate 3.5% 7.9%
  • Rent prices in Laredo are 30% lower than in Austin.
  • Home prices in Laredo are 58.6% lower than in Austin.
  • Income in Laredo is 13.7% lower than in Austin.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Laredo is 47.5% lower than in Austin.
  • The cost of living for a family in Laredo is 51.8% lower than in Austin.
  • The unemployment rate in Laredo is 125.71% higher than in Austin.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,574.89 in Laredo to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Austin.

How life is different in Austin vs. Laredo

Laredo Austin
Population 255,205 974,447
Political leaning Republican 56-42 Democrat 71-26
Summer high 100ยบF 96ยบF
Winter low 45ยบF 38ยบF
Annual rain 21" 35"
Annual snow 0" 0"
Crime index 36.23 42.91
  • The population of Laredo is approximately 74% lower than the population of Austin.
  • In the last presidential election, Laredo voted Republican and Austin voted Democrat.
  • The average high in the summertime in Laredo is 100ยบF and in Austin, itโ€™s 96ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Laredo reaches the temperature of 45ยบF and Austin gets down to 38ยบF.
  • You can expect about 21 inches of annual rainfall in Laredo vs 35 inches of rainfall in Austin.
  • In Laredo, it snows about 0 inches annually vs 0 inches of snow in Austin.
  • Laredo has a lower crime rate than Austin with a crime index of 42.91 vs 36.23.

Things to do in Laredo

Whether you prefer to be in the great outdoors, soak up some culture, or catch a live game, Laredo has plenty to offer:

Museums in Laredotoggle

  • Republic of the Rio Grande Museum
  • Villa Antigua Border Heritage Museum

Parks in Laredotoggle

  • Lake Casa Blanca
  • David B. Barkley Plaza
  • City of Laredo Shiloh Trail

Sports Teams in Laredotoggle

  • Laredo Heat
  • Tecolotes de los Dos Laredos

Universities in Laredotoggle

  • Laredo College
  • Texas A&M International University
  • The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Austin to Laredo?toggle

To ship furniture from Austin to Laredo with a mover will cost between $927 and $3,343. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $1,676โ€“$5,123, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Austin to Laredo will cost from $2,485โ€“$6,779.

How much are moving container companies from Austin to Laredo?toggle

Moving containers from Austin to Laredo will cost you $685 to $1,728 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,307 to $2,437. A larger home will cost $1,670 to $3,036.

How much is a moving truck from Austin to Laredo?toggle

Renting a moving truck is usually the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor; these estimates include the estimated fuel cost:

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $327 to $549. A larger move will cost $342 to $650, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Austin to Laredo costs from $414 to $842.

How far in advance should I book Austin-to-Laredo movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Austin to Laredo at least two months in advance. If youโ€™re moving during the busy summer months, itโ€™s best to book your movers at least three months ahead of your move. The sooner you reserve your Austin-to-Laredo movers, the better the chance youโ€™ll get the most affordable rates and secure the exact moving date you need. Some movers even offer early-bird discounts for advance reservations.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to Laredo?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to Laredo is between early October and late April. This period of time is outside of the moving industryโ€™s peak season (Mayโ€“September), which means demand โ€” and therefore pricing โ€” will typically be lower. A majority of all U.S. moves happen between May and August, so staying outside the busy summer months will help you save money.

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