{"id":104512,"date":"2021-10-11T00:07:58","date_gmt":"2021-10-11T07:07:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theavtimes.com\/?p=104512"},"modified":"2021-10-12T20:13:04","modified_gmt":"2021-10-13T03:13:04","slug":"moving-from-california-to-texas-6-things-to-consider","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theavtimes.com\/2021\/10\/11\/moving-from-california-to-texas-6-things-to-consider\/","title":{"rendered":"Moving from California to Texas — 6 things to consider"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Are you thinking of moving to Texas from California? It has recently become a trend to move to Texas for so many reasons like affordable living costs, weather, job opportunities and many more.<\/p>\n

Both the states, California and Texas, are large in the US. However, they have some differences in their expenses, medical expenses and way of living. Moreover, Texas is one of the fastest-growing states that welcomes newcomers with promising opportunities to grow.<\/p>\n

So, if you have been considering moving from California to Texas, you should know these six tips mentioned in this article.<\/p>\n

Living in Texas<\/strong><\/p>\n

Texas is a South Central American state with a population<\/a> of about 28.7 million people. Not only Americans, but Texas is home to many Non-Americans as well. Many people from China, Vietnam, and Spain can be found here.<\/p>\n

Founded in 1861, Texas is home to many giant American companies who make their names on the Fortune 500 companies list. Texas is a place where you can find many things, and it is a great place to move in.<\/p>\n

Taxes are on the lower side<\/strong><\/p>\n

The taxes in Texas are not high at all! This is because the state doesn’t implement any state or personal income tax. So the sales taxes here in Texas are lower than your expectations. So people are happy to invest their money in businesses in Texas.<\/p>\n

The cost of living<\/a> in Texas is lower than most of the other states in the US. This means one can spend their money on other things and enjoy their life!<\/p>\n

Warm temperature<\/strong><\/p>\n

Texas is a hot state. Places like Dallas and Antonio reach about an average temperature of 100 degrees during peak summer time.<\/p>\n

However, many people don\u2019t mind the heat. Moreover, when you have pools and apartments. There are also beaches where you can chill and bathe in the waters. The advantage of Texas is that the winters aren’t so strong. In the winters, the average temperature remains between 2 degrees Celsius to 35 degrees Celsius. In very rare cases, it touches the minus values.<\/p>\n

Get a landline number<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Almost everybody uses mobile phones nowadays. However, having a landline is also a necessity to get help during any emergencies. For example, during a power outage, the cell phone service may get interrupted. Also, as you will be moving to a new state, it will be good for you to get a landline. You can get a Texas local phone number using the 512 area code<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Texans prioritize education<\/strong><\/p>\n

Texas features one of the best education facilities in the country. It is home to many popular educational institutes like Texas, Texas A&M University, and many private schools.<\/p>\n

The state is also very family-friendly, and you can find many good schools for your kids with good learning opportunities.<\/p>\n

Challenging traffic in Texas<\/strong><\/p>\n

Before you move into Texas, be ready to deal with extreme traffic. A car is a must in Texas. However, if you are a remote worker, you don’t have to think much about traffic because you can work anywhere. Austin in Texas is a great place for such remote workers.<\/p>\n

When you go out, make sure to leave your home, keeping a lot of time in hand because the jams are so long. Instead, keep some music and podcasts on your phone and play them while waiting in the traffic jams.<\/p>\n

Texas is the second biggest state in the country <\/strong><\/p>\n

After Alaska, Texas is the second-biggest state in the country. It covers almost 7.07% of the land in the US. Alaska ranks first with 17.53% of land coverage. Due to plenty of land available, the rent and housing costs of Texas are so low.<\/p>\n

The King Ranch site in Texas is bigger than the Rhode Island state!<\/p>\n

Foodie’s paradise<\/strong><\/p>\n

Texas is a foodie’s paradise. You can find a variety of foods here in Texas and foods of multiple cuisines as well.<\/p>\n

You can find fine-dining restaurants, themed restaurants, and many award-winning restaurants as well. It is also home to many iconic places like Lulu’s Bakery and Cafe.<\/p>\n

How can you talk about Texas food without mentioning its imbibing culture? The first margarita machine was founded here in Texas. Margarita’s popularity keeps on increasing each day. Many years ago, a restaurant employee turned an ice-cream machine into a margarita machine to supply margarita to the customers.<\/p>\n

Conclusion <\/strong><\/p>\n

Now you have some ideas about what you need to expect before you move to Texas. Of course, every state has some good things and things that may not be suitable for you. However, as the state is very welcoming, you will enjoy your stay in Texas.<\/p>\n

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