Relocation guide
Relocating to Texas
Texas is one of nine states with no personal income tax — a major draw for families and businesses leaving California, New York, and Illinois. Here's the full tax picture and what your money buys.
0% — no state personal income tax on wages or investment income. Figures are estimates that vary by county and situation — not tax advice.
Why people move to Texas
No state income tax
Texas levies no personal income tax on wages, salaries, or investment income — the headline reason high earners relocate.
Business-friendly
No corporate income tax (a franchise/“margin” tax applies above a revenue threshold), and a strong environment for owners and remote teams.
Booming job markets
Austin, Dallas–Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio are among the fastest-growing U.S. metros.
No estate or inheritance tax
Texas imposes neither, simplifying wealth and succession planning.
Watch property taxes
Texas property-tax rates run above average (~1.63%). A homestead exemption (~$100k for school taxes) softens the bill on a primary residence — model it in the calculator.
Housing in Texas's major metros
Approximate median price per square foot. See what your budget buys vs. your current city.
Typical annual living costs in Texas
Rough averages that vary by usage, climate, age, and coverage — compare two states side by side in the calculators.
Texas relocation FAQ
Does Texas have a state income tax?
No. Texas is one of nine states with no personal income tax on wages or investment income.
Are property taxes high in Texas?
Texas property-tax rates are above the national average (around 1.63% effective), but a homestead exemption for primary residences reduces the taxable value for school-district taxes.
Is there a Texas estate tax?
No. Texas has neither an estate tax nor an inheritance tax.
See your numbers for Texas
Estimate your income- and property-tax savings over 30 years, then talk to us about handling the move and the IT setup so you're running on day one.