Moving from Tampa, FL, to San Antonio, TX

Embrace a new community in San Antonio

Prepare for a new way of life in San Antonio, a city older than the United States. Founded in 1718 as a Spanish outpost, San Antonio is nearly 1,200 miles from Tampa.

San Antonio has a population of 1.4 million and 2.6 million in the metro area. Tampa is smaller within the city limits, with just under 385,000 residents, but larger in the metro, with a population of 3.2 million.

Let’s explore what you can expect in your new Texas hometown.

Similar weather in Texas

San Antonio’s climate is similar to what you’re used to in Tampa. Winters are mild in San Antonio, with January lows of 41 degrees. Tampa’s winter temperatures rarely drop below 52 degrees. Snow is rare in both cities.

Summer high temperatures average 90 degrees in Tampa, and hot weather is also typical in San Antonio, with July highs reaching 94 degrees. San Antonio averages 220 sunny days per year, compared to 246 in Tampa.

San Antonio experiences less rain, around 33 inches annually, while Tampa’s tropical environment averages 51 inches.

Explore the city

San Antonio has historic landmarks and modern conveniences. Visit these places while you get to know the city:

  • Hemisfair Park
  • San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
  • San Antonio Zoo
  • San Fernando Cathedral
  • Sea World San Antonio
  • The Alamo
  • Tower of the Americas
  • Witte Museum

Making a living in San Antonio

The cost of living is lower in San Antonio than in Tampa. Plus, the State of Texas does not charge income tax. The most popular job industries in the area include biosciences, government, healthcare, hospitality, information technology and trade.

There are also emerging opportunities in advanced manufacturing, aerospace, clean energy and financial services.

Baptist Health System, H-E-B, Rackspace Technology, Toyota, USAA and Valero Energy are among San Antonio’s largest employers. 

Move to “The Lone Star State” with U-Pack

Through our network of nationwide service centers, including locations near Tampa and San Antonio, U-Pack® can help make your move to Texas affordable and stress-free. We’re a self-moving service where you do the packing, loading and unloading, and we handle all the driving. Get your free online quote today or give us a call at 844-362-5303844-594-3077.