Relocation Information-Texas

Texas Relocation Information

Texas is bounded by Oklahoma on the north, by Arkansas and Louisiana on the east, by Mexico and the Gulf of Mexico on the south, and by New Mexico on the west. Texas is the 2nd largest state by area, and with a population of approx. 20.9 million, is also the 2nd most populous state. Major industries in Texas include petroleum and natural gas, farming (cotton, livestock), steel, banking, insurance, and tourism. Texas was admitted to the Union as the 28th state on December 29, 1845. Texas derived its name from The Caddo Indians of eastern Texas who called their group of tribes the "Tejas," meaning "those who are friends". The nickname of Texas is "The Lone Star State".

Texas has several state taxes, including a state sales tax, and property taxes colleted at the local level, but has no personal income tax.

State Capital: Austin
State Motto: Friendship
State Bird: Mockingbird
State Flower: Bluebonnet
State Song: "Texas, Our Texas"
State Tree: Pecan
State Gemstone: Texas Blue Topaz
State Fish: Guadalupe Bass

State Relocation Information Guide

State Ranking:
Most Liveable State: 41
Lowest Overall Taxes: 8
Best Environment for Education: 24
Lowest Crime: 40

In 2008, Coldwell Banker looked at the cost of a typical 2,200-square-foot house with 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, a family room and a two-car garage. The neighborhood - a more subjective measure - is one "typical for corporate middle-management transferees." The following is a sample of cities in the state: