Moving from Minneapolis, MN to Houston, TX
Your Complete Guide
1,375
Miles
25 hrs
Drive Time
I-35 South
Primary Highway
Off-Peak
Current Season
Cost of Living Comparison
Category
Minneapolis, MN
Houston, TX
Cost of Living Index
104
96
Median Home Price
$320,000
$290,000
Median 1BR Rent
$1,300/mo
$1,200/mo
Avg Monthly Utilities
$130
$165
Grocery Index
100
95
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,375-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between Minneapolis, MN and Houston, TX.
Sioux Falls, SD
South Dakota's largest city built around the stunning Falls Park on the Big Sioux River. One of the fastest-growing cities in the Midwest.
Falls Park, SculptureWalk, and excellent quality of life
Madison, WI
Wisconsin's capital built on an isthmus between two lakes. A progressive college town consistently ranked among the best places to live.
University of Wisconsin, State Street, and farmer's market on the Capitol Square
State Transition Guide: Minnesota → Texas
Moving from Minnesota to Texas? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Update within 90 days of establishing residency in Texas
Vehicle Registration
Register vehicle within 30 days in Texas
Vehicle inspection: Required annually
Things to Know About Texas
- No state income tax but property taxes are relatively high
- Annual vehicle safety inspections required
- Texas is the only state that was an independent republic
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive is approximately 1,375 miles via I-35 South, taking about 25 hours of driving. We recommend breaking this into 4 days of driving, accounting for stops, fuel, and rest.