Moving from Nashville, TN, to Austin, TX

Making your way to the “Live Music Capital of the World”

Nashville is known as “Music City,” but Austin’s nickname of the “Live Music Capital of the World” could leave you feeling right at home after moving there.

Austin’s city population of just over 974,000 is larger than Nashville’s 700,000, and their metro populations follow the same pattern. Austin has around 2.4 million in the metro, compared to just over 2 million in the greater Nashville area.

Keep reading to learn what else to expect in your new hometown of Austin, TX.

Similar weather patterns in Texas

Like Nashville, Austin experiences all four seasons with mild winters and hot summers.

Both cities have average summer highs over 90 degrees. Austin has a drier climate, with an average annual rainfall of 35 inches, compared to around 50 inches in Nashville.

Snow is rare in Austin, and the city’s average winter low is 38 degrees. In contrast, Nashville’s seasonal lows drop below freezing, and there is an average of 4 inches of snow per year. 

Embrace the tunes in Austin

Moving out of “Music City” doesn’t mean leaving all the tunes behind. Austin is known for live music venues. You can find country music like you experienced in Nashville and several other genres. 

From bars to coffee shops and clubs, you can experience live music, including rock, indie, hip hop, jazz, folk, blues and more. 

Don’t miss the iconic venues like The Continental Club and Mohawk Austin, or catch one of the local street performers for something new and exciting.

Austin’s excellent job market 

Austin’s job market is booming, especially for tech and startup companies. Major employers include Apple, Dell Technologies, IBM, Samsung and Whole Foods. Many residents also work in education, healthcare and state or local government.

The city’s unemployment rate is low, and median salaries are higher than the national average. Texas does not impose a state income tax, like Tennessee.

Your move to Texas made easy with U-Pack

U-Pack® has nationwide service centers ready to help with your long-distance move. Our locations near Nashville and Austin have the necessary expertise for a smooth moving experience. 

We’re a DIY moving service where you handle packing, loading and unloading, and then we drive your belongings. Get a free online quote today, or give us a call at 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to speak to a moving consultant.