Moving from Pittsburgh, PA, to Dallas, TX

Go bigger in Texas

Relocating from Pittsburgh, PA, to Dallas, TX, is a move of over 1,200 miles, halfway across the country. 

There’s a saying that things are bigger in Texas, and that’s true when comparing the populations of Dallas and Pittsburgh. Dallas has over 1.3 million residents and 7.6 million in the metro. In contrast, Pittsburgh has around 303,000 residents and a metro population of 2.5 million. 

Keep reading to learn more about life in “D-Town.” 

Expect warmer weather in “The Lone Star State”

Dallas is known for its mild climate with hot summers and cool winters. The average temperature ranges from 36 to 95 degrees in Dallas, while in Pittsburgh, it ranges from 21 to 84 degrees.

Pittsburgh averages 28 inches of snow annually, but Dallas only averages 1 inch per year. Annual rainfall is around 39 inches in both cities, so keep those umbrellas handy.

Dallas offers plenty of sunshine to enjoy the outdoors. The city averages 234 sunny days each year, compared to only 160 in Pittsburgh.

Family-friendly activities in Dallas

Dallas is full of fun for families of all ages. Nature lovers shouldn’t miss the Dallas Zoo, the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Klyde Warren Park and White Rock Lake & Trail.

Check out the Dallas World Aquarium, Frontier Flight Museum and the Perot Museum of Nature and Science for inside attractions. If you’re up for driving, visit Legoland Discovery Center in Grapevine, the Crayola Experience in Plano or Six Flags over Texas in Arlington.

Cowboy enthusiasts or fans of the TV show Dallas will enjoy a visit to Southfork Ranch or the Texas Horse Park. For a medieval experience, don’t miss the dinner show at Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament.

Sports fans have plenty to cheer for in Dallas

Dallas has plenty to offer pro sports fans. These are the professional teams:

  • Dallas Cowboys (NFL)
  • Dallas Mavericks (NBA)
  • Dallas Wings (WNBA)
  • Texas Rangers (MLB)
  • Dallas Stars (NHL)
  • FC Dallas (MLS)

You’ll also find other sports like rodeo, golf, motorsports, tennis and pickleball. Multiple recreational leagues are available for youth and adults.

Make a stress-free move to Texas with U-Pack

U-Pack® has nationwide service centers, including locations near Pittsburgh and Dallas, ready to serve you. We’re a DIY-moving service with nearly 30 years of experience in long-distance moves. You handle packing, loading and unloading, and we drive your belongings to your new home in Texas. Get a free online quote today, or call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to speak to a moving consultant.