Moving from New York, NY, to Houston, TX

Relocating halfway across the country to “Space City”

Moving over 1,600 miles from New York to Houston is the start of a new lifestyle in Texas. While “Space City” isn’t small, it is significantly less populated and more spacious than “The Big Apple.”

Houston is the most populous city in Texas, with around 2.3 million residents and over 7.1 million in the metro. In contrast, NYC is the largest city in the United States, with 8.8 million residents and 20 million in the metro.

Houston's population density is much lower, so you’ll have more room to spread out as you explore your new city.

Expect milder winters in Texas

The weather is warmer in Houston, with summer highs averaging 93 degrees, compared to only 84 degrees in New York City.

Houston rarely accumulates snow, averaging zero inches per year, while New York City’s annual average is 25 inches. Winter average low temperatures are also warmer in Houston, with the low averaging 43 degrees compared to 26 degrees in New York City.

Your new city has a higher annual rainfall, with Houston averaging 53 inches, compared to 47 inches in NYC.

Exploring Houston

Discover fun and hidden gems by exploring your new hometown like a tourist.  

Don’t miss these attractions:

  • Buffalo Bayou Park
  • Downtown Aquarium
  • Houston Museum of Contemporary Art
  • Houston Museum of Natural Science
  • Houston Zoo
  • NASA’s Johnson Space Center
  • The Galleria Shopping Center

Making a living in Houston

Previously, Houston’s primary job industry was the oil and gas industry. Now, the city is also popular with other industries, including healthcare and education. 

More than 20 Fortune 500 companies, such as ConocoPhillips and Sysco, are among the top employers. The Texas Medical Center—the largest in the world—also includes over 50 healthcare, education and research institutions. 

Those in the aerospace industry might find work at NASA’s Johnson Space Center.

U-Pack can help with moves to Texas

U-Pack® has nationwide service centers ready to help with your long-distance move. We’re a DIY-moving service where you handle packing, loading and unloading, and then we move your belongings. Get a free online quote today or call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to speak to a moving consultant to see why we’ve had satisfied customers since 1997.