Moving from Dallas, TX, to Sacramento, CA

Living in a state capital city

Relocating over 1,725 miles west from Dallas, Texas, to Sacramento, California, is the start of a new lifestyle in the Golden State’s capital city.  

One thing you can leave behind is the crowd in Dallas, which has over 1.3 million residents and 7.6 million in the metro. Sacramento is smaller, with just under 525,000 people in the city and 2.4 million in the metro. 

Keep reading to learn more about the opportunities in your new city. 

California sunshine and milder weather

Sunshine and mild weather are common climate descriptions for many California cities, and Sacramento is no exception. The city’s average temperatures range from 39 to 93 degrees. Snow is rare in Sacramento, but it receives an average of 20 inches of rain annually. 

In contrast, Dallas temperatures typically range between 36 and 95 degrees, with 1 inch of snow and 39 inches of rain annually. 

Be sure to pack some sunscreen. Sacramento has around 269 sunny days each year, perfect for exploring the beautiful “City of Trees.” 

Sensational Sacramento trivia 

Brush up on trivia before you move. Check out these fun facts: 

  • City of Trees: Sacramento is home to more than 100 varieties of trees, ranking high in tree coverage for U.S. cities. 
  • After a flood in 1860, the city raised many of its streets and buildings by over 10 feet. Some parts of the remaining underground city can be toured today. 
  • Sacramento was once a central hub during the 1840s California Gold Rush. 
  • Crocker Art Museum in Sacramento is one of the oldest in the country, founded in 1885. 
  • The city is home to the California State Railroad Museum, which showcases the impact of the railroad expansion on California’s growth. 
     

Working and learning in Sacramento 

As the state capital, Sacramento has multiple opportunities for local and state government jobs. Growing industries include construction, education, healthcare, hospitality and technology. Although the cost of living in Sacramento is higher than most areas in the U.S., the average median salaries are higher than national averages. 

Sacramento has 21 public schools for grades K-12 and several private ones. Multiple public, private, and community colleges serve the area, including California State University-Sacramento, University of California-Davis, William Jessup University and Woodland Community College. 

Moving to California can be stress free with U-Pack

If you need an easy way to move long distance to California, U-Pack® has you covered! With service centers nationwide, including locations near Dallas and Sacramento, we’re ready to help. U-Pack offers exceptional service and affordable self-moving options to ensure your belongings are safely transported. For more info, call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 or request a free quote online!