Moving from St. Louis, MO to San Antonio, TX
It is 902 mi between St. Louis and San Antonio β roughly 16h 39m of driving, plus rest stops and overnight, through 3 state(s). A long-haul move crosses climate zones and usually state-income-tax lines. This page assembles the federal and Zillow data into a side-by-side comparison so the differences are easy to scan.
902 mi Β· 16h 39m by car Β· TX β OK β MO
Distance & route
| Route through | TX β OK β MO |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 44, US 69, I 35 |
| Major cities en route | Austin, Round Rock, Killeen, Waco, Arlington |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| St. Louis | San Antonio | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 95.088 | 94.716 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 69.921 | 82.169 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 99.996 | 93.757 | 100.0 |
| Services | 79.024 | 94.575 | 100.0 |
St. Louis and San Antonio sit within 5% on the overall BEA RPP β the composite diff is small, but rent or groceries alone may move more.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level Β· MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
YoY change: St. Louis β, San Antonio -2.7%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991β2020 normals | St. Louis | San Antonio |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 58Β°F | 69Β°F |
| January avg low | 25Β°F | 40Β°F |
| July avg high | 90Β°F | 94Β°F |
| Annual snowfall | β | 0.1" |
| Annual precipitation | 43.9" | 34.0" |
Annual temperature rises 11.0Β°F moving to San Antonio per NOAA normals.
Snowfall is a non-factor at the destination: San Antonio sees under an inch a year per NOAA normals.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991β2020 (stations: ST LOUIS SCI CTR, MO US, SAN ANTONIO INCARNATE WORD, TX US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | St. Louis | San Antonio |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 293,109 | 1,458,954 |
| Median household income | $55,279 | $62,917 |
| Median age | 36.6 | 34.6 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 22% | 17.7% |
| Avg household size | 2.03 | 2.66 |
Households in San Antonio earn about 0.4% more at the median β ACS 5-year 2023.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in San Antonio MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 145,480 | $41,700 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 109,390 | $28,430 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 100,480 | $37,340 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 93,110 | $34,910 |
| Management Occupations | 82,250 | $100,820 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between Missouri and Texas
State income-tax top marginal rates are from the Tax Foundation, updated annually. Check Texas's DMV for the current deadline to transfer driver license and vehicle registration after establishing residency. Consult a tax professional for your specific filing situation β state tax treatment depends on residency, sourcing, and reciprocity agreements.
Best time to move
Moving companies typically charge 20β30% more between Memorial Day and Labor Day (peak season). October through April offers the lowest rates and better mover availability.
To avoid mid-semester school transfers, most U.S. families schedule moves between mid-June and mid-August. Public school calendars typically run late August or early September through late May or early June.
Packing & arrival checklist
- Air conditioning matters: July highs in San Antonio average 94Β°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
- You are moving to a noticeably warmer climate (11.0Β°F higher annual average). Keep summer clothing accessible and consider donating or storing heavy winter gear.
- Coastal Texas sees hurricanes June through November; inland areas face severe thunderstorms and occasional tornadoes in spring.
- Arrange utility connection (power, internet, gas, water) two weeks ahead of move-in.
- Update mailing address with USPS change-of-address within the first week post-move.
- Register to vote in Texas after establishing residency.
Frequently asked
When is the best time to move from St. Louis to San Antonio?
Moving companies usually charge 20β30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 902 mi drive, weather on the route matters too β see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
How does household income compare in St. Louis vs San Antonio?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $62,917 in San Antonio vs $55,279 in St. Louis β a 13.8% higher figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How does the job market in San Antonio compare to St. Louis?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $44,390 in the San Antonio MSA vs $47,490 in the St. Louis MSA, on total employment of 1,091,510 and 1,325,480 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
How far is San Antonio, TX from St. Louis, MO?
The driving distance is 902 mi and the route typically takes 16h 39m via I 44 and US 69. The trip crosses 3 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Is San Antonio more expensive than St. Louis?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in San Antonio is 0.4% lower than St. Louis (94.716 vs 95.088, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
Plan the move
Estimate costs with our moving cost calculator, or see where else to move from St. Louis.
City profiles: St. Louis, MO Β· San Antonio, TX.