Moving from Oklahoma City, OK, to Dallas, TX

Find your place in “The Lone Star State”

Located in neighboring states, moving from Oklahoma City to Dallas, TX, takes you on a southern journey of around 235 miles.

Dallas is the fourth-most populous city in Texas, with 1.3 million residents and 7.6 million in the metro area. Oklahoma City’s population is smaller, with around 681,000 in the city and 1.4 million in the metro. 

What else can you anticipate after leaving the “Sooner State” for a new home in “The Lone Star State?” Keep reading to learn more about Dallas city life.

Adjusting to Dallas weather

Summer highs in Dallas average around 95 degrees, only 2 degrees higher than in Oklahoma City. Annual rainfall is also similar, with Dallas averaging 39 inches of rain annually, compared to 36 inches in OKC. 

Winters in Dallas are a bit milder, with average lows around 36 degrees, compared to 27 degrees in Oklahoma City. Dallas averages only 1 inch of snow per year, while OKC typically gets around 6 inches of snow annually.

Brush up on Dallas history

Established as a permanent settlement in the early 1840s, Dallas was incorporated in 1856. The origin of its name is disputed. Some historians believe it was named for U.S. Vice President George M. Dallas, who served from 1845 until 1849. Others think it might have been named for one of his brothers, including Commodore Alexander James Dallas, an officer in the U.S. Navy. Another theory cites the origin as the village of Dallas in Moray, Scotland.

By the end of the 19th century, Dallas was a business and trading hub that soon became an industrial city. The construction and oil industries led the economy soon after. In the 1940s, the town met the demand for military vehicles needed during World War II.

Today, multiple employment and educational opportunities are available in Dallas.

Making a living in Dallas

It will likely come as no surprise that the cost of living in Dallas is typically higher than in Oklahoma City. Fortunately, the average salaries are also higher in most industries. Plus, unlike Oklahoma, Texas does not charge individual income taxes, so you’ll take home more of your salary.

The job market is strong in Dallas, and the city’s unemployment rate is lower than the national average. Top employers include

• Dallas Independent School District
• Southwest Airlines
• State Farm
• Toyota
• UT Southwestern Medical Center.

Several colleges and universities in the area offer learning and employment opportunities.

Move to Dallas with U-Pack

U-Pack® has nationwide service centers and nearly 30 years of long-distance moving experience. We have locations near Oklahoma City and Dallas prepared to help with your move. 

We’re a DIY service where you handle packing, loading, and unloading, and then take care of the driving. Get a free online quote today or call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to speak to a moving consultant about your move to Texas.