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Francesca Hernandez-Singer
“I'm a Texas native who somehow lived in 5 countries, 4 states, and 12 cities before admitting that no place…”
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Leaving Texas for Mississippi: What Google Won't Tell You
Two Southern states, one big life change. Texas and Mississippi share a border, a love of barbecue, and a certain slow-paced charm, but relocating between them comes with more adjustments than most people anticipate. Texas brings the allure of booming cities, massive suburbs, and an economy that draws transplants from across the country, while Mississippi offers a quieter, more rooted way of life where the cost of living drops and the community feels a little closer. Our Snappy Scout team (Francesca & Katherine) dug into the real costs, logistics, and lifestyle shifts you need to know before you start loading the moving truck.
Our Local Experts Guiding Your Move
How Many Miles from TX to MS?
Average distance
550miles
Typical route
I-20 E and I-10 E are the major highways you'd drive to get from Texas to Mississippi
Popular moving routes (approx. driving distance):
Dallas, TX → Jackson, MS
~450 miles
Houston, TX → Biloxi, MS
~500 miles
San Antonio, TX → Jackson, MS
~600 miles
Austin, TX → Hattiesburg, MS
~600 miles
El Paso, TX → Jackson, MS
~1050 miles
Should You Move From Texas to Mississippi Quiz
Take this 10 question quiz to find out if the move to Mississippi from Texas is the right call for your lifestyle and preferences.
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What kind of weather makes you happiest?
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Collecting your answers and forming an opinion. Answer another question to see the results.
How Much Are Moving Companies from TX to MS?
Moving 550 miles from Texas to Mississippi will typically cost between $2,500.00 and $5,500.00 to hire full service movers. See the breakdown below by home size.
Expected Range
$2,500.00–$5,500.00
Expected Time
2–9days
Cost by home size
Studio
$1,530.00
1 Bedroom
$2,270.00
2 Bedrooms
$3,750.00
3 Bedrooms
$5,440.00
4 Bedrooms
$7,830.00
5+ Bedrooms
$8,720.00
| Home Size | Moving Cost | Volume (ft³) | $/ft³ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,530.00 | 300 | $5.1 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,270.00 | 450 | $5.04 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $3,750.00 | 750 | $5 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $5,440.00 | 1,100 | $4.95 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $7,830.00 | 1,600 | $4.89 |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $8,720.00 | 1,800 | $4.84 |
How we calculated these numbers: We reached out to the owners and operators of more than a dozen nationwide moving companies to figure out how they factor in mileage, weight, volume, timing, origin & termination locations, and approximate home sizes to determine a moving estimate. The results above are what the data nerds at Snappy Scout created based on that info.
What Kind of Person Regrets It After Moving from TX to MS?
Well, it depends. If you're a Garden Club Lifetime Member, Homesteader, or Minimalist, you'll thrive in your move to Mississippi. But if you're more of a Surfer Dude, Cowboy, or Yoga Instructor, settling into your new home state may be a bit of a challenge. We scored a variety of different “personalities” on a 10-point scale to show you what to expect from a lifestyle perspective with a relocation from Texas to Mississippi.
Top 3 winners and losers moving from TX to MS
Gardener
Texas
3.5
/10
Mississippi
9
/10
Texas
Giving up
Tyler Rose Garden shines but summers scorch delicate blooms
Mississippi
Gaining
Natchez Pilgrimage blooms, Madison azaleas, porch gossip.
Recommended MS cities/areas for Garden Club Lifetime Members
NatchezMadisonOcean Springs
Texas
3.5
/10
Mississippi
9
/10
Homesteading
Texas
4.5
/10
Mississippi
9.5
/10
Texas
Giving up
Hill Country ranches offer wide open spaces, though heat tests the grit of non-natives
Mississippi
Gaining
Acreage, chicken coops, Homochitto National Forest weekends.
Recommended MS cities/areas for Homesteaders
LaurelBrookhavenKosciusko
Texas
4.5
/10
Mississippi
9.5
/10
Minimalism
Texas
2
/10
Mississippi
5
/10
Texas
Giving up
Austin tries minimal, but Texas overall thrives on bigger, louder, and more
Mississippi
Gaining
Oxford micro lofts exist, but cluttered antique vibes dominate Mississippi charm.
Recommended MS cities/areas for Minimalists
OxfordJackson
Texas
2
/10
Mississippi
5
/10
Surfing
Texas
5.5
/10
Mississippi
3
/10
Texas
Giving up
South Padre waves are decent even if they never reach the heights of California curls
Mississippi
Gaining
Ship Island boasts tiny breaks, Biloxi Beach or the Back Bay are best for paddle outs.
Texas
5.5
/10
Mississippi
3
/10
Cowboys
Texas
9.5
/10
Mississippi
8.5
/10
Texas
Giving up
Fort Worth Stockyards rodeos and Amarillo’s Big Texan steak challenge
Mississippi
Gaining
Dixie National Rodeo thrills at Mississippi Coliseum.
Recommended MS cities/areas for Cowboys
JacksonMeridian
Texas
9.5
/10
Mississippi
8.5
/10
Yoga
Texas
6
/10
Mississippi
5
/10
Texas
Giving up
Barton Springs sunrise flows and San Marcos river meditations
Mississippi
Gaining
Sunrise flows at Sardis Lake, Ocean Springs beach meditations.
Recommended MS cities/areas for Yoga Instructors
Texas
6
/10
Mississippi
5
/10
Local Perspective
What moment, smell, or ritual captures the soul of Mississippi?
Living on the Coast, it's fresh beignets with powdered sugar under the shade of a live oak while looking out at the Gulf with the sound of C-130s roaring overhead.
– Katherine Mines
Mississippi Local
Lifestyle differences between living in Texas and living in Mississippi
TexasMississippi
How the Food Scene Compares Between TX and MS
Eating Like a Local in Texas
Breakfast tacos are on flour tortillas, BBQ means beef, and the margaritas come with salt on the rim unless you order without.
Francesca Hernandez-SingerLocal Texas ExpertEating Like a Local in Mississippi
When you're in Mississippi, it's essential that you "get in a pinch" and suck some guts out of a crawfish at least once. Wear a shirt you can get messy, and don't even think about donning one of those plastic bibs--the locals will definitely lose respect for you.
Katherine MinesMississippi Local ExpertWhat the Move from TX to MS Feels Like for Your Tax Reality
Texas
Mississippi
TexasvsMississippi
State Income Tax
State Income TaxNone, zero percent statewide!!
Flat 5% phasing toward 4% by 2026
Texas
None, zero percent statewide!!
VS
Mississippi
Flat 5% phasing toward 4% by 2026
Property Taxes
Property TaxesHouston and Dallas areas higher, smaller cities slightly lower
Jackson millage higher, Madison and Rankin moderate, Gulf Coast manageable, rural counties lower
Texas
Houston and Dallas areas higher, smaller cities slightly lower
VS
Mississippi
Jackson millage higher, Madison and Rankin moderate, Gulf Coast manageable, rural counties lower
The People, Politics, & Religion Reality Between TX and MS
Texas
Mississippi
TexasvsMississippi
People
PeopleFamously friendly, fiercely proud, big on hospitality
In no hurry, deeply hospitable, church supper devotees, porch chat pros, generous to neighbors and newcomers alike
Texas
Famously friendly, fiercely proud, big on hospitality
VS
Mississippi
In no hurry, deeply hospitable, church supper devotees, porch chat pros, generous to neighbors and newcomers alike
Politics
Deep red roots, but cities (especially Austin) swing progressive
Solidly conservative statewide, with blue pockets in Jackson, the Delta, Oxford, Starkville
Texas
Deep red roots, but cities (especially Austin) swing progressive
VS
Mississippi
Solidly conservative statewide, with blue pockets in Jackson, the Delta, Oxford, Starkville
Religion
ReligionMostly Christian, strong Baptist presence, growing diversity
Mostly Protestant Baptist and nondenominational, strong Black churches, more Catholic and Pentecostal presence on Coast
Texas
Mostly Christian, strong Baptist presence, growing diversity
VS
Mississippi
Mostly Protestant Baptist and nondenominational, strong Black churches, more Catholic and Pentecostal presence on Coast
TX and MS Experts on the Climate: The Honest Truth
SUMMER
Texas
blast furnace (triple digits in West Texas)
Mississippi
swamp sauna deluxe (Delta sizzles, Biloxi breathes through a wet towel)
WINTER
Texas
light sweater tease (except in the Panhandle, where you'll happily don long johns and fleece-lined outerlayers)
Mississippi
light-medium jacket weather, long pants optional (Tupelo gets surprise ice, the Coast freaks out when temps dip below 60)
My Favorite Thing About Winter/Spring/Summer/Fall in Mississippi
My favorite season in Mississippi is Mardi Gras season! Starting on the Eve of Epiphany, or the 12th day of Christmas, the Mardi Gras season is filled with parades, fancy balls, and every flavor of king cake you could imagine (and whoever gets the baby has to buy the next king cake). This isn't New Orleans Mardi Gras, it's fun--and appropriate--for the whole family.
Katherine MinesMississippi Local ExpertNext Steps
Learn More About Moving to Mississippi
By now, you're hopefully fully aware that at Snappy Scout, our moving guides aren't like the rest! Now that you've compared the aspects of leaving behind Texas, take a deeper dive into the specifics of moving to Mississippi. No boring census stats... we promise! Just practical real advice from Mississippi local experts.
Moving toBiloxi
Prep Your Flood Insurance and Hurricane Kit
Moving toGulfport
Pack Sunscreen and Flood Insurance
Moving toJackson
Heat, Boil Alerts, Potholes, And Comeback Sauce
