Considerations when moving from El Paso to McKinney

Cost of living: El Paso vs. McKinney

El Paso McKinney
Average rent cost $1,510 $2,300
Average home value $223,218 $506,597
Average income (per capita) $58,354 $66,248
Cost of living (single person) $1,833 $2,232
Cost of living (family of 4) $4,360 $4,876
Unemployment rate 4.7% 6.0%
  • Rent prices in McKinney are 52% higher than in El Paso.
  • Home prices in McKinney are 127.0% higher than in El Paso.
  • Income in McKinney is 13.5% higher than in El Paso.
  • The cost of living for a single person in McKinney is 21.8% higher than in El Paso.
  • The cost of living for a family in McKinney is 11.8% higher than in El Paso.
  • The unemployment rate in McKinney is 27.66% higher than in El Paso.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,653.03 in McKinney to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in El Paso.

How life is different in El Paso vs. McKinney

McKinney El Paso
Population 195,308 678,815
Political leaning Republican 51-47 Republican 56-42
Summer high 94ยบF 96ยบF
Winter low 32ยบF 31ยบF
Annual rain 41" 10"
Annual snow 2" 3"
Crime index 21.48 32.51
  • The population of McKinney is approximately 71% lower than the population of El Paso.
  • In the last presidential election, McKinney voted Republican and El Paso voted Republican.
  • The average high in the summertime in McKinney is 94ยบF and in El Paso, itโ€™s 96ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, McKinney reaches the temperature of 32ยบF and El Paso gets down to 31ยบF.
  • You can expect about 41 inches of annual rainfall in McKinney vs 10 inches of rainfall in El Paso.
  • In McKinney, it snows about 2 inches annually vs 3 inches of snow in El Paso.
  • McKinney has a lower crime rate than El Paso with a crime index of 32.51 vs 21.48.

Things to do in McKinney

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

Museums in McKinneytoggle

  • Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Chestnut Square Historic Village
  • Heard-Craig Center for the Arts
  • Collin County History Museum
  • LAST Art Gallery

Parks in McKinneytoggle

  • Bonnie Wenk Park
  • Myers Park and Event Center
  • Erwin Park Hike & Bike Trail
  • Adriatica Village

Sports Teams in McKinneytoggle

Universities in McKinneytoggle

  • Collin College

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from El Paso to McKinney?toggle

To ship furniture from El Paso to McKinney with a mover will cost between $1,470 and $4,229. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $2,658โ€“$6,962, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from El Paso to McKinney will cost from $4,579โ€“$9,687.

How much are moving container companies from El Paso to McKinney?toggle

Moving containers from El Paso to McKinney will cost you $894 to $2,202 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,516 to $3,112. A larger home will cost $2,152 to $4,113.

How much is a moving truck from El Paso to McKinney?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 $576 to $1,155. A larger move will cost $660 to $1,293, and a four-bedroom or larger move from El Paso to McKinney costs from $776 to $1,516.

How far in advance should I book El Paso-to-McKinney movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from El Paso to McKinney 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 El Paso-to-McKinney 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 McKinney?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to McKinney 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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