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State-to-State Guide

Moving from Texas to Iowa

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

Population3.2M
State Income Tax4.4%-6%
Avg Home Price$200,000
Avg Rent$950/mo
Property Tax Rate1.57%

Why Are People Moving from Texas to Iowa?

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

Tax Savings: Texas has no state income tax, compared to 4.4%-6% in Iowa. 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 Iowa is $140,000 less than Texas, allowing movers to significantly upgrade their housing.

Climate & Weather: Summers in Iowa average 83°F, compared to 96°F in Texas. Winters in Iowa average 22°F, compared to 48°F in Texas.

Jobs & Industry: Iowa's key industries include Agriculture, Insurance, Manufacturing, which attract professionals from Texas's Energy and Technology sectors.

Popular City-to-City Routes

1070 mi
19.5h drive
Houston, TX
Des Moines, IA
via I-35 North
1149 mi
20.9h drive
San Antonio, TX
Des Moines, IA
via I-35 North
823 mi
15h drive
Dallas, TX
Des Moines, IA
via I-35 North
1060 mi
19.3h drive
Austin, TX
Des Moines, IA
via I-35 North
836 mi
15.2h drive
Fort Worth, TX
Des Moines, IA
via I-35 North
1277 mi
23.2h drive
El Paso, TX
Des Moines, IA
via I-5 North / I-10 East
833 mi
15.1h drive
Arlington, TX
Des Moines, IA
via I-35 North

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 Iowa

Des Moines

Population214K
Median Home Price$200,000

Other Major Cities

Cedar Rapids
Davenport
Iowa City

Estimated Moving Cost

Based on the average distance of 1007 miles between Texas and Iowa:

Studio / 1 BR
$1,304
3–4 BR Home
$3,208

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

Texas → Iowa Transition Checklist

Driver's License

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

Vehicle Registration

Register your vehicle in Iowa within 30 days.

Voter Registration

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

Vehicle Inspection

Iowa vehicle inspection requirement: Not required.

Things to Know About Iowa

  • • Iowa caucuses are the first major event in presidential elections
  • • Property tax credits available for homesteads
  • • Wind energy is a major and growing industry

What's Different: Texas vs Iowa

Taxes

Texas Income Tax:None
Iowa Income Tax:4.4%-6%
Texas Property Tax:1.80%
Iowa Property Tax:1.57%

Weather

Texas Summer Avg:96°F
Iowa Summer Avg:83°F
Texas Winter Avg:48°F
Iowa Winter Avg:22°F

Cost of Living

Texas COL Index:93
Iowa COL Index:90
Texas Avg Home Price:$340,000
Iowa Avg Home Price:$200,000
Texas Avg Rent:$1,400/mo
Iowa Avg Rent:$950/mo

Ready to make the move to Iowa?

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