Cost of living

Land in Texas is cheaper, and the land acquisition process is just easier because government rules and regulations are so business-friendly. Here it just takes 2 – 5 business days to process the paperwork! Texas has nearly 60% lower home prices than those in California so affordability is one of the primary reasons why many people have taken root in Texas.
Although California’s property tax is lower (currently 0.72% – 1.25%), the average housing price in California is higher at $450,000, (average property tax paid on the house is around $4,500 per year). Texas has an average property tax rate at 2.2% %, BUT the average housing price in this state is around $146,000, which means the average property tax paid on the house is less than $3,202.
Utility bills are also much cheaper in Texas than in California, thanks to improvements in building codes every three years consistently since 2012 to present. The average monthly electric bill in California is $200 whereas it’s $ 100 in Texas! It’s no surprise that Texas has become a hotspot for the current job market!