Don’t live in Texas yet? Well, you’re definitely missing out, then! While our state seems to be getting more crowded by the second due to all the people realizing how awesome it is, we could probably make room for a few more. If you have been thinking of moving to a new state but don’t know which one to relocate to, here are a few facts about Texas that will get you packing and heading here in no time!
- Overall, we have some of the lowest costs of living in the entire country, and very affordable housing in most places.
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- We have numerous job opportunities for people of all ages and skills, and our economy is one of the fastest-growing in the nation.
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- Texas offers overwhelming beauty that extends for miles in all directions.
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- We have varying landscapes to appeal to everyone…
Charlie Llewellin/flickr …from the mountains out west…
imelda/flickr …to the beaches of the Gulf Coast…
syd_ney/flickr …to the lakes and pine trees of East Texas…
mlhradio/flickr …to the rolling hills of the Hill Country. We’ve got it all here in the Lone Star State!
- We have equally amazing small town and larger fairs throughout the state, such as the State Fair of Texas in Dallas (where you’ll find fried foods galore).
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- In addition to awesome state and local fairs, we also have endless festivals going on throughout the state.
markscottaustintx/flickr The Texas Renaissance Festival, pictured above, is simply unmatched by any festival anywhere. I’m sure my fellow Texans can vouch for its awesomeness in the comments below!
- We do have seasons here…
knowsphotos/flickr …and although some might run together and be out of step with the rest of the country, you will still get to experience all sorts of different weather patterns here in good ol’ Texas.
- We have a great sense of humor. You will never get bored around a Texan, that’s for sure.
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- You will never go without locally grown, fresh fruits and vegetables.
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- We are some of the friendliest people you will ever come across, hands down.
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- If you have been dying to go to a football game full of excitement and diehard fans, come to Texas…we’ll show ya how it’s done!
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- Without a doubt, Texas is simply the most beautiful state you could ever live in.
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What other reasons would you give someone if they were considering moving to Texas? (I know most of you will say “none, because we already have enough people here,” but hey, it’s worth a shot.)
steven martin/flickr
matthew whitehead/flickr
jerry and pat donaho/flickr
Charlie Llewellin/flickr
…from the mountains out west…
imelda/flickr
…to the beaches of the Gulf Coast…
syd_ney/flickr
…to the lakes and pine trees of East Texas…
mlhradio/flickr
…to the rolling hills of the Hill Country. We’ve got it all here in the Lone Star State!
brett chisum/flickr
markscottaustintx/flickr
The Texas Renaissance Festival, pictured above, is simply unmatched by any festival anywhere. I’m sure my fellow Texans can vouch for its awesomeness in the comments below!
knowsphotos/flickr
…and although some might run together and be out of step with the rest of the country, you will still get to experience all sorts of different weather patterns here in good ol’ Texas.
agrilife today/flickr
allen sheffield/flickr
jennifer krauel/flickr
christopher/flickr
judah morford/flickr
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