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Moving from Texas to Arizona

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

Quick Comparison

Leaving Texas

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

Moving to Arizona

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

Why Are People Moving from Texas to Arizona?

The migration corridor between Texas and Arizona 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. Housing in Arizona costs about $70,000 more on average, so budget accordingly.

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

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

Popular City-to-City Routes

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

Cities in Texas

Houston

Population2.3M
Median Home Price$290,000

San Antonio

Population1.5M
Median Home Price$265,000

Dallas

Population1.3M
Median Home Price$320,000

Austin

Population979K
Median Home Price$450,000

Fort Worth

Population919K
Median Home Price$290,000

El Paso

Population679K
Median Home Price$185,000

Arlington

Population394K
Median Home Price$280,000

Cities in Arizona

Phoenix

Population1.6M
Median Home Price$380,000

Tucson

Population543K
Median Home Price$290,000

Mesa

Population504K
Median Home Price$380,000

Scottsdale

Population241K
Median Home Price$700,000

Other Major Cities

Flagstaff

Estimated Moving Cost

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

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

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

Texas → Arizona Transition Checklist

Driver's License

You must obtain a Arizona driver's license within 30 days of establishing residency.

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Arizona within 15 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

Arizona vehicle inspection requirement: Emissions only in metro areas.

Things to Know About Arizona

  • • Most of the state does not observe Daylight Saving Time
  • • You must carry proof of insurance at all times
  • • Dust storms (haboobs) require pulling over and turning off lights

What's Different: Texas vs Arizona

Taxes

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

Weather

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

Cost of Living

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

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