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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Arizona to Texas

Compare cost of living, taxes, housing, and find the best moving companies for your Arizona to Texas move.

Quick Comparison

Leaving Arizona

Population7.2M
State Income Tax2.5%
Avg Home Price$410,000
Avg Rent$1,450/mo
Property Tax Rate0.62%
DESTINATION

Moving to Texas

Population29.1M
State Income Tax0% (None)
Avg Home Price$340,000
Avg Rent$1,400/mo
Property Tax Rate1.80%

Why Are People Moving from Arizona to Texas?

The migration corridor between Arizona and Texas is a popular interstate move. Thousands of households explore this route every year.

Tax Savings: Texas has no state income tax, compared to 2.5% in Arizona. This tax difference is one of the primary financial motivations for this move.

Cost of Living: Both states have a comparable cost of living. The average home price in Texas is $70,000 less than Arizona, allowing movers to significantly upgrade their housing.

Climate & Weather: Both states have similar summer temperatures. Winters in Texas average 48°F, compared to 55°F in Arizona.

Jobs & Industry: Texas's key industries include Energy, Technology, Healthcare, which attract professionals from Arizona's Technology and Aerospace sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

1180 mi
17h drive
Houston, TX
Phoenix, AZ
via I-10 West
1101 mi
20h drive
Phoenix, AZ
San Antonio, TX
via I-20 East
1065 mi
15h drive
Dallas, TX
Phoenix, AZ
via I-20 West / I-10 West
870 mi
13h drive
Phoenix, AZ
Austin, TX
via I-10 East
1110 mi
20.2h drive
Phoenix, AZ
Fort Worth, TX
via I-20 East
449 mi
8.2h drive
Phoenix, AZ
El Paso, TX
via I-20 East
1127 mi
20.5h drive
Phoenix, AZ
Arlington, TX
via I-20 East
1221 mi
22.2h drive
Tucson, AZ
Houston, TX
via I-20 East
994 mi
18.1h drive
Tucson, AZ
San Antonio, TX
via I-20 East
1074 mi
19.5h drive
Tucson, AZ
Dallas, TX
via I-20 East
1031 mi
18.7h drive
Tucson, AZ
Austin, TX
via I-20 East
1034 mi
18.8h drive
Tucson, AZ
Fort Worth, TX
via I-20 East
345 mi
6.3h drive
Tucson, AZ
El Paso, TX
via I-20 East
1051 mi
19.1h drive
Tucson, AZ
Arlington, TX
via I-20 East
1300 mi
23.6h drive
Mesa, AZ
Houston, TX
via I-20 East
1082 mi
19.7h drive
Mesa, AZ
San Antonio, TX
via I-20 East
1132 mi
20.6h drive
Mesa, AZ
Dallas, TX
via I-20 East
1111 mi
20.2h drive
Mesa, AZ
Austin, TX
via I-20 East
1092 mi
19.9h drive
Mesa, AZ
Fort Worth, TX
via I-20 East
431 mi
7.8h drive
Mesa, AZ
El Paso, TX
via I-20 East
1109 mi
20.2h drive
Mesa, AZ
Arlington, TX
via I-20 East
1308 mi
23.8h drive
Scottsdale, AZ
Houston, TX
via I-20 East
1091 mi
19.8h drive
Scottsdale, AZ
San Antonio, TX
via I-20 East
1139 mi
20.7h drive
Scottsdale, AZ
Dallas, TX
via I-20 East
1119 mi
20.3h drive
Scottsdale, AZ
Austin, TX
via I-20 East
1099 mi
20h drive
Scottsdale, AZ
Fort Worth, TX
via I-20 East
440 mi
8h drive
Scottsdale, AZ
El Paso, TX
via I-20 East
1116 mi
20.3h drive
Scottsdale, AZ
Arlington, TX
via I-20 East

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1008 miles between Arizona and Texas:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,304
3–4 BR Home
$3,210

Estimates based on typical full-service interstate moves. Actual costs vary.

ArizonaTexas Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Texas driver's license within 90 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Texas within 30 days.

Voter Registration

Update your voter registration to Texas after establishing residency. You can typically register at your local DMV or online.

Vehicle Inspection

Texas vehicle inspection requirement: 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

What's Different: Arizona vs Texas

Taxes

Arizona Income Tax:2.5%
Texas Income Tax:None
Arizona Property Tax:0.62%
Texas Property Tax:1.80%

Weather

Arizona Summer Avg:106°F
Texas Summer Avg:96°F
Arizona Winter Avg:55°F
Texas Winter Avg:48°F

Cost of Living

Arizona COL Index:103
Texas COL Index:93
Arizona Avg Home Price:$410,000
Texas Avg Home Price:$340,000
Arizona Avg Rent:$1,450/mo
Texas Avg Rent:$1,400/mo

Ready to make the move to Texas?

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