Considerations when moving from Lubbock to San Antonio

Cost of living: Lubbock vs. San Antonio

Lubbock San Antonio
Average rent cost $1,250 $1,496
Average home value $199,759 $249,398
Average income (per capita) $58,626 $62,451
Cost of living (single person) $1,715 $2,194
Cost of living (family of 4) $3,996 $4,931
Unemployment rate 5.9% 3.8%
  • Rent prices in San Antonio are 20% higher than in Lubbock.
  • Home prices in San Antonio are 24.8% higher than in Lubbock.
  • Income in San Antonio is 6.5% higher than in Lubbock.
  • The cost of living for a single person in San Antonio is 27.9% higher than in Lubbock.
  • The cost of living for a family in San Antonio is 23.4% higher than in Lubbock.
  • The unemployment rate in San Antonio is 35.59% lower than in Lubbock.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $3,837.90 in San Antonio to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Lubbock.

How life is different in Lubbock vs. San Antonio

San Antonio Lubbock
Population 1,434,625 263,930
Political leaning republican 68-42 Republican 56-42
Summer high 94ยบF 92ยบF
Winter low 41ยบF 26ยบF
Annual rain 33" 20"
Annual snow 0" 7"
Crime index 48.06 50.39
  • The population of San Antonio is approximately 444% greater than the population of Lubbock.
  • In the last presidential election, San Antonio voted republican and Lubbock voted Republican.
  • The average high in the summertime in San Antonio is 94ยบF and in Lubbock, itโ€™s 92ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, San Antonio reaches the temperature of 41ยบF and Lubbock gets down to 26ยบF.
  • You can expect about 33 inches of annual rainfall in San Antonio vs 20 inches of rainfall in Lubbock.
  • In San Antonio, it snows about 0 inches annually vs 7 inches of snow in Lubbock.
  • San Antonio has a lower crime rate than Lubbock with a crime index of 50.39 vs 48.06.

Things to do in San Antonio

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

Museums in San Antoniotoggle

  • The Alamo
  • Witte Museum
  • The DoSeum - San Antonio's Museum for Kids
  • Briscoe Western Art Museum
  • McNay Art Museum
  • The Buckhorn Saloon and Texas Ranger Museum
  • San Antonio Museum of Art
  • Battle For Texas: The Experience
  • Institute of Texan Cultures
  • San Antonio Fire Museum

Parks in San Antoniotoggle

  • Brackenridge Park
  • Phil Hardberger park
  • Japanese Tea Garden
  • Mercado O'liva
  • McAllister Park
  • Concepcion Park
  • San Antonio Botanical Gardens and Conservatory
  • Camanche Lookout Park
  • Woodlawn Lake Park

Sports Teams in San Antoniotoggle

  • UTSA Roadrunners American football
  • San Antonio Spurs Basketball
  • San Antonio Missions
  • San Antonio FC

Universities in San Antoniotoggle

  • UT Health San Antonio
  • University of Texas at San Antonio
  • Texas A&M Universityโ€“San Antonio
  • Alamo Community College District
  • Trinity University
  • St. Mary's University
  • Our Lady of the Lake University
  • University of the Incarnate Word
  • Webster University
  • Baptist University of the Amรฉricas
  • Hallmark University
  • Oblate School of Theology
  • Southwest School of Art

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Lubbock to San Antonio?toggle

To ship furniture from Lubbock to San Antonio with a mover will cost between $1,283 and $3,864. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $2,258โ€“$5,778, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Lubbock to San Antonio will cost from $3,513โ€“$8,743.

How much are moving container companies from Lubbock to San Antonio?toggle

Moving containers from Lubbock to San Antonio will cost you $776 to $1,857 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,375 to $2,764. A larger home will cost $1,878 to $3,424.

How much is a moving truck from Lubbock to San Antonio?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 $440 to $824. A larger move will cost $469 to $902, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Lubbock to San Antonio costs from $578 to $1,159.

How far in advance should I book Lubbock-to-San Antonio movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Lubbock to San Antonio 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 Lubbock-to-San Antonio 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 San Antonio?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to San Antonio 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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