Moving from Los Angeles, CA, to Houston, TX

Space City is full of big city opportunities

Los Angeles, CA, is the second-largest city in the U.S., with a population of 3.9 million in the city and 13.2 million in the metro. Moving 1,550 miles from LA to Houston, TX, the fourth-largest city in the U.S., might feel like stepping into a different world. Houston’s population is over 2.3 million, with 7.1 million in the metro.  

“Space City” will not only give you more room to move around with fewer people and a lower population density, but it will also offer big city opportunities around every corner. 

More seasonal variety in Texas

Houston, unlike LA, experiences all four seasons with mild winters and hot summers. Houston temperatures range between 43 and 93 degrees, compared to 46 to 84 in Los Angeles. With winter low temperatures well above freezing, snow is uncommon in Houston like you’re used to back in Los Angeles. 

Houston typically receives 53 inches of rain annually, while LA is drier, with only 16 inches per year. The increased rainy weather also means fewer sunny days in Houston, which averages 204 per year, compared to 284 sunny days in Los Angeles.  

What to do in Houston

Houston is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, with multiple parks, beaches and waterfront recreation areas. 

And you won’t want to miss these fun attractions: 

  • Houston Zoo 
  • Museum of Fine Arts, Houston 
  • Space Center Houston 
  • The Galleria Shopping Mall 
  • The Houston Museum of Natural Science 
     

Job market in Houston

While the oil and gas industries are significant in Houston, they’re not the only opportunity in the city. Houston is also home to multiple Fortune 500 companies, including ConocoPhillips and Sysco.  

Other residents find employment in aerospace, education, healthcare and research. 

In addition, Texas does not collect state income tax like California, so you’ll take home more of your salary. Median salaries in Houston are close to the national average. 

U-Pack is prepared for moves to Houston

U-Pack® has been in business since 1997, and our nationwide service centers are ready to help with your long-distance move from LA to Houston. We’re a self-moving service, which means you do the packing, loading and unloading, and we handle all the driving. Get a free, no-obligation online quote today or give us a call at 844-362-5303844-594-3077.