If you’re craving warm weather, a city filled with art, and somewhere with deep roots in education and sports, living in Dallas is for you. In no particular order, here are the top reasons to move to Dallas and why you should make this city your new home.
1) Sports culture
If you’re a sports fanatic, Dallas has all the pro sports one could wish for. Cheer on the home team, whether that be the Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers, Dallas Stars, Dallas Mavericks, Dallas Wings, or FC Dallas. The options are nearly endless.
2) Excellent transportation options
One of the best ways to get around for work, school, or sightseeing is to ride the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). The public transit system can get you around all around Dallas and 12 surrounding cities, covering almost 700 square miles total.
3) Affordable living
While the cost of living in Dallas is 1.6% higher than the national average, it’s considerably less compared to other major metros. For example, in New York City, the cost of living is 87.2% higher than the national average, and in Boston, it’s 62.4% higher. Plus, Texas doesn’t have a state income tax, which increases personal income.
4) Dallas’ thriving food scene
Did you know that Dallas has more restaurants per capita than any other major US metropolitan area? In fact, Thrillist ranked Texas #1 for food out of all 50 states. Check out Cattleack BBQ in North Dallas for some authentic Texas BBQ. Feeling Tex-Mex? Dallas has you covered. Just visit Gabriela & Sofia’s or El Vecino.
5) Arts & culture
Dallas is home to a diverse and thriving arts scene. In Downtown Dallas, you can find the largest contiguous arts district in the U.S., with various museums and performing arts venues. Four major museums to explore in the city include the Dallas Museum of Art, the Crow Museum of Asian Art, the Nasher Sculpture Center, and the Perot Museum of Nature and Science.
For performing arts, you can enjoy everything from symphonies and Broadway musicals to ballet and opera across almost a dozen venues, including the Winspear Opera House, the Meyerson Symphony Center, and the Wyly Theatre. There’s also a handful of smaller community theaters that won’t disappoint, including Uptown Players and Stomping Ground Comedy Theater.
6) Things to do
Whether you live and breathe sports, want to immerse yourself in arts and culture, or hang with friends in one of the beautiful city parks, Dallas offers something for you. White Rock Lake is an excellent destination for residents to enjoy walking, hiking, and biking trails and explore the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden on its shores. The Great Trinity Forest, the Trinity River Audubon Center, and the Katy Trail are a few other popular places to get back in touch with nature. The Dallas lifestyle is filled with arts and culture, too. Enjoy spending an afternoon at Klyde Warren Park or the Dallas Museum of Art.
7) Weather
One of the biggest reasons people live in Dallas is the temperate weather all year long. Summers are quite warm, with a high of around 95 degrees in July, while January sees a low of 36 degrees. Dallas winters are mild, rainfall frequently occurs more at night, and most thunderstorms hit in the spring. The city sees plenty of sunshine year-round, with nearly 234 days of sun per year.
8) Excellent education
Suppose you’re interested in earning your master’s degree, changing careers, or picking up a new trade or skill. In that case, you’ll be glad to hear that moving to Dallas gives you access to excellent educational opportunities. You’ll find the University of Texas and Southern Methodist University in the Dallas area. The Creative Arts Center of Dallas also offers workshops ranging from creative writing to leatherworking.
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