Moving from Seattle, WA, to Houston, TX

Moving to a larger city in Texas 

Moving hallway across the country from Seattle to Houston takes you over 2,300 miles southeast to a larger city in Texas.

There are significantly more residents in Houston than in Seattle, with over 2.3 million compared to 737,000. Houston’s metro area is also much larger, with over 7.1 million people, compared to 4 million in Seattle’s metro area.

Setting up a home in “Space City” brings a lot of excitement along with a different climate. Keep reading to learn more about Houston.

Warm up in Houston

If Seattle summers were a bit too chilly for you, brace yourself for much hotter ones in Houston. The average summer high in Seattle is only 76 degrees, but Houston has hot and humid summers that often exceed 93 degrees. You’ll also get to enjoy more sunshine because Houston averages 204 sunny days annually vs. only 152 in Seattle.

Despite your former hometown’s rainy reputation, Houston's annual rainfall averages around 53 inches, much more than Seattle's average of 38 inches.

Winter lows in Houston are slightly warmer, typically in the 40s, a few degrees higher than those in Seattle. But while Seattle averages 5 inches of snow annually, measurable snowfall is rare in Houston.

Finding outdoor fun, from beaches to hiking trails

Like Seattle, Houston is an excellent home for outdoor enthusiasts. From biking and hiking to trail running and relaxing on nearby beaches, there’s something for everyone. 

Armand Bayou Nature Center, Buffalo Bayou Park, Camden Park, George Bush Park and Discovery Green offer vibrant green spaces for activities and events. Hermann Park, featuring its stunning Japanese Garden, is a serene spot to explore. 

If indoor life is more your style, there are plenty of art galleries, museums and entertainment venues to explore. Don’t miss Space Center Houston, the Houston Museum of Natural Science, the Museum of Fine Arts-Houston, the Downtown Aquarium Houston and the Galleria Shopping Center.

Making a living in Houston

The cost of living is significantly lower in Houston than in Seattle, particularly in terms of housing costs. And, like Washington State, Texas doesn’t have a state income tax. 

Top job industries in Houston include:

  • Aerospace
  • Aviation
  • Biotechnology
  • Energy (including oil and gas)
  • Financial Services
  • Healthcare
  • Manufacturing 

Move to Texas easily with U-Pack

Choose U-Pack® for a stress-free move from Seattle to Houston. We have service center locations nationwide, ready to help you. Just handle packing, loading and unloading, then we’ll take care of transporting your things to Texas. Get a free moving quote and see your price instantly, or call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 if you’d prefer to speak to a moving consultant.