Moving from San Francisco, CA to Austin, TX
Your Complete Guide
Cost of Living Comparison
Best Stops Along the Way
Breaking up a 1,750-mile drive? Here are great places to stop between San Francisco, CA and Austin, TX.
El Paso, TX
A border city with deep Mexican-American cultural roots at the western tip of Texas. One of the safest large cities in the US with stunning desert scenery.
Border culture, Franklin Mountains State Park, and authentic Mexican food
Phoenix, AZ
The Valley of the Sun and fifth-largest city in the US, known for year-round warmth. A major metropolitan area with world-class golf and resorts.
Year-round sunshine, Camelback Mountain, and spring training baseball
Los Angeles, CA
The City of Angels and entertainment capital with Hollywood, beaches, and diverse neighborhoods. A sprawling metropolis with world-class dining and culture.
Hollywood, Santa Monica Pier, Getty Center, and diverse cuisine
State Transition Guide: California → Texas
Moving from California to Texas? Here's what you need to know about updating your documents.
Driver's License
Vehicle Registration
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