Considerations when moving from Dallas to Austin

Cost of living: Dallas vs. Austin

Dallas Austin
Average rent cost $1,774 $1,765
Average home value $303,900 $508,841
Average income (per capita) $68,291 $68,258
Cost of living (single person) $2,828 $3,345
Cost of living (family of 4) $7,793 $7,815
Unemployment rate 3.6% 3.5%
  • Rent prices are the same in Austin and Dallas.
  • Home prices in Austin are 67.4% higher than in Dallas.
  • Income is the same in Austin and Dallas.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Austin is 18.3% higher than in Dallas.
  • The cost of living for a family is the same in Austin and Dallas.
  • The unemployment rate in Austin is 2.78% lower than in Dallas.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,548.44 in Austin to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Dallas.

How life is different in Dallas vs. Austin

Austin Dallas
Population 974,447 1,304,379
Political leaning Democrat 71-26 Republican 56-42
Summer high 96ยบF 96ยบF
Winter low 38ยบF 36ยบF
Annual rain 35" 39"
Annual snow 0" 1"
Crime index 42.91 51.4
  • The population of Austin is approximately 25% lower than the population of Dallas.
  • In the last presidential election, Austin voted Democrat and Dallas voted Republican.
  • The average high in the summertime in Austin is 96ยบF and in Dallas, itโ€™s 96ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Austin reaches the temperature of 38ยบF and Dallas gets down to 36ยบF.
  • You can expect about 35 inches of annual rainfall in Austin vs 39 inches of rainfall in Dallas.
  • In Austin, it snows about 0 inches annually vs 1 inch of snow in Dallas.
  • Austin has a lower crime rate than Dallas with a crime index of 51.4 vs 42.91.

Things to do in Austin

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

Museums in Austintoggle

  • Texas Memorial Museum
  • George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center
  • Thinkery
  • Blanton Museum of Art
  • Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum

Parks in Austintoggle

  • Pease Park
  • Butler Metro Park
  • Zilker Park
  • Sculpture Falls
  • Onion Creek Metropolitan Park
  • Givens Park
  • Emma Long Metropolitan Park

Sports Teams in Austintoggle

  • Round Rock Express
  • Austin Spurs
  • Texas Stars
  • Austin Outlaws
  • Austin Huns
  • Austin Gilgronis
  • Austin Bold FC
  • Austin FC

Universities in Austintoggle

  • Acton School of Business
  • Austin Community College District
  • Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary
  • Concordia University Texas
  • Hustonโ€“Tillotson University
  • Lipscomb University - Austin Center
  • National American University
  • Seminary of the Southwest
  • St. Edward's University
  • St. Edward's Universityโ€Ž
  • Texas Culinary Academy
  • Texas Health and Science University
  • University of Texas at Austin
  • University of Texas at Austinโ€Ž
  • University of Texas School of Lawโ€Ž

FAQ

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

To ship furniture from Dallas to Austin with a mover will cost between $879 and $3,377. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $1,667โ€“$4,627, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Dallas to Austin will cost from $2,204โ€“$5,869.

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

Moving containers from Dallas to Austin will cost you $639 to $1,483 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,141 to $2,104. A larger home will cost $1,479 to $2,704.

How much is a moving truck from Dallas to Austin?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 $267 to $458. A larger move will cost $265 to $520, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Dallas to Austin costs from $354 to $654.

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

Ideally, you should book your move from Dallas to Austin 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 Dallas-to-Austin 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 Austin?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to Austin 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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