Moving from Pittsburgh, PA, to Houston, TX

Welcome to “Space City”

Moving halfway across the country from Pittsburgh, PA, to Houston, TX, takes you to a diverse, larger city.

Houston’s population of over 2.3 million is significantly larger than Pittsburgh’s, which is around 303,000. The metro population of Houston is over 7.1 million, while Pittsburgh has only 2.5 million. 

Keep reading to learn more about “Space City,” to help you adjust to your new hometown, and maybe tour NASA’s Johnson Space Center when you get there for a fun, family-friendly experience.

Leave the snow behind 

Houston's climate is much warmer than Pittsburgh’s. Houston’s average temperatures range from 43 to 93 degrees, while Pittsburgh’s range is 21 to 84.

Snow is rare in Houston, with its winter lows averaging above freezing. Pittsburgh typically receives around 28 inches annually.

Summers are warm in both cities, but temperatures are higher in Houston. You can also expect more rain in Houston, around 53 inches per year, compared to less than 40 inches annually in Pittsburgh.

Embrace the opportunities in Houston

Long considered a leader in the oil and gas industry, there are still plenty of energy opportunities, including clean energy.

Other top industries in the Houston area include aerospace, aviation, education, finance, healthcare, logistics, manufacturing and technology.

Houston also offers multiple higher education options, including Rice University, the University of Houston, Texas Southern University and Baylor College of Medicine. There are also technical schools like Lone Star College and MIAT College of Technology.

Cool trivia for new Houston residents

Brush up on some facts about Houston:

  • Houston was once the capital of Texas from 1837 to 1839.
  • The city was named after General Sam Houston, who led the Texas army in the Battle of San Jacinto in 1836.
  • Houston is the fourth-largest city in the U.S.
  • Houston’s Texas Medical Center is the largest in the world.
  • The city has over 50,000 acres of park space.

Ready to move to Texas?

U-Pack® has nationwide service centers, including locations near Pittsburgh and Houston, 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. Get a free online quote today, or give us a call at 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to speak to a moving consultant.