Moving from Dallas, TX, to Jacksonville, FL

From D-Town to the River City

There’s a saying that everything is bigger in Texas. While it might be true when comparing the city populations of Dallas to Jacksonville, Florida, don’t let moving to the smaller city get you down — there are plenty of opportunities in “The River City."

Dallas has a population of over 1.3 million residents in the city and 7.6 million in the metro. In comparison, Jacksonville has just under 1 million residents in the city and 1.7 million in the metro. 

With Jacksonville’s proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and growing population, you can get laid-back beach vibes and big-city adventure all in the same town. 

Slightly cooler summers with more rain in Jacksonville

Dallas, like Jacksonville, is known for warm summers and mild winters. Orlando won’t disappoint. Jacksonville winters rarely have snow, with low temperatures around 49 degrees, compared to 1 inch of snow in Dallas, with average lows of 36 degrees.  

Summers are hot and humid in Jacksonville, with average highs in the low 90s — a bit cooler than Dallas. Jacksonville’s annual rain average is 50 inches, compared to 39 inches in Dallas. 

Embrace life in a new state

Home to Walt Disney World, SeaWorld and Universal Studios, tourism is among the largest industries in Florida. The three largest theme parks are located in Orlando, less than 150 miles from your new home in Jacksonville. If you’re up for the drive, you’re also only 200 miles from Busch Gardens in Tampa. 

Located near the Atlantic Coast and along the banks of the St. Johns River, Jacksonville has many residents who enjoy the water and activities like boating, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding and wakeboarding. 

Other things to do in Jacksonville

When you’ve had fun with the water, there are plenty of other things to enjoy in Jacksonville. From parks to museums to nightlife, there’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy. 

Don’t miss some of these attractions: 

  • Big & Little Talbot Island 
  • Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary 
  • Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens 
  • Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens 
  • Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park  
  • MOSH (Museum of Science and History) 
  • Riverside Arts Market 
  • St. Johns Town Center 
  • The Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens 
  • The Florida Theatre 

Let U-Pack help you move to Jacksonville

U-Pack® can help you relocate to Florida. We’re a DIY moving service with over 25 years of experience. Through one of our nationwide service centers, we’ll take care of your long-distance move. Just pack, load and unload, and we’ll handle all the driving. Request your free online quote today or give us a call at 844-362-5303844-594-3077.