Moving from Kansas City, KS, to Dallas, TX

Making your way in the Lone Star State 

Moving 550 miles from the Kansas City area to Dallas is far enough to change your lifestyle and adjust your perspective.  

Kansas City, KS, is significantly smaller than Dallas, TX, with a population of around 157,000 (2.4 million in the metro, which includes the adjacent Kansas City, MO). Dallas has over 1.3 million people, and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex is the fourth-most populous in the U.S., with over 7.5 million residents. 

Besides population differences, you’ll also find a different climate and culture in “D-Town.” 

D-Town weather conditions 

Dallas's average yearly snowfall is only 1 inch, while Kansas City's is 16 inches. The average winter low in Dallas is 36 degrees, compared to 20 degrees in KC. 

The rainfall is about the same in both cities — around 40 inches — so bring your rain boots and umbrellas with you when you move.  

Like in KC, you can expect warmer summer days in Dallas, with temperatures reaching as high as 100 degrees. Dallas averages around 234 sunny days per year, so you’ll enjoy plenty of beautiful weather in the new city. 

Are you a sports fan? Dallas can deliver 

The Dallas-Fort Worth area has several pro sports teams, including these:  

  • Dallas Cowboys (NFL) 

  • Dallas Mavericks (NBA) 

  • Dallas Stars (NHL) 

  • Dallas Wings (WNBA) 

  • FC Dallas (MLS) 

  • Texas Rangers (MLB) 

You’ll also find plenty of amateur, college and minor league teams to cheer on in football, rugby, lacrosse and more. Prefer race cars? Don’t miss thrilling NASCAR races in the city. If you prefer to participate rather than be a spectator, there are multiple recreational sports leagues to try out. 

Making a living in Dallas 

Given the size of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, there are more job opportunities than in KC. In fact, unemployment rates are lower than the national average, and the median household income is also higher than the national average. 

The top industries include defense, education, financial services, healthcare and technology. Some of the largest employers include the Dallas Independent School District, State Farm, Southwest Airlines, Toyota and UT Southwestern Medical Center. 

Move to Texas easier and faster with U-Pack  

U-Pack® makes long-distance moving easy. All you do is pack and load your things into our equipment, which we either bring to your home or make available at a service center near you. Then, we’ll deliver it to your new place, freeing you up to focus on other aspects of your move. Call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to speak to a moving consultant or request a free, no-obligation quote online.