Moving from Jersey City, NJ to Beaumont, TX
A 1540 mi cross-country move between Jersey City and Beaumont is 28h 29m on paper and typically three to five days in practice, through 11 states. Nearly every household line — rent, taxes, climate, commute — usually shifts. This page assembles the federal and Zillow data to make those differences visible on a single screen.
1540 mi · 28h 29m by car · NJ → PA → MD → WV → VA → TN → GA → AL → MS → LA → TX
Distance & route
| Route through | NJ → PA → MD → WV → VA → TN → GA → AL → MS → LA → TX |
|---|---|
| Primary highways | I 81, I 59, I 10 |
| Major cities en route | New York, Yonkers, Newark, Paterson, Elizabeth |
Route via OSRM driving profile. Actual time varies with traffic and season.
Cost of living
| Jersey City | Beaumont | U.S. avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items (RPP) | 112.563 | 90.046 | 100.0 |
| Rents | 127.018 | 83.098 | 100.0 |
| Goods | 110.261 | 93.757 | 100.0 |
| Services | 148.616 | 70.939 | 100.0 |
You are looking at a 20.0% cheaper overall price level — 112.563 → 90.046 on the latest BEA Regional Price Parities.
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (MSA-level · MSA-level); 2024.
Housing prices
20.0% drop on the typical home value — a meaningful shift in monthly mortgage math.
YoY change: Jersey City -0.7%, Beaumont +1.4%. Snapshot: 2026-03. Data provided by Zillow.
Climate
| 1991–2020 normals | Jersey City | Beaumont |
|---|---|---|
| Annual avg temperature | 55°F | 70°F |
| January avg low | 25°F | 43°F |
| July avg high | 87°F | 92°F |
| Annual snowfall | 28.2" | 0.1" |
| Annual precipitation | 50.4" | 65.1" |
Annual temperature rises 14.7°F moving to Beaumont per NOAA normals.
Effectively snow-free year in Beaumont — NOAA normals show near-zero annual snowfall.
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (stations: HARRISON, NJ US, BEAUMONT CITY, TX US).
Demographics
| ACS 5-year 2023 | Jersey City | Beaumont |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 289,691 | 113,710 |
| Median household income | $94,813 | $57,530 |
| Median age | 34.7 | 35.3 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 29.4% | 17.3% |
| Avg household size | 2.35 | 2.53 |
Beaumont households earn about 20.0% less than Jersey City at the median — $94,813 → $57,530 on ACS 2023.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-year 2023.
Jobs & wages
Top occupations in Beaumont MSA
| Occupation | Employment | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support Occupations | 17,280 | $38,670 |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related Occupations | 13,980 | $27,000 |
| Construction and Extraction Occupations | 13,530 | $50,120 |
| Transportation and Material Moving Occupations | 12,850 | $37,500 |
| Sales and Related Occupations | 12,740 | $31,290 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.
Moving between New Jersey 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 — state tax treatment depends on residency, sourcing, and reciprocity agreements.
Best time to move
Moving companies typically charge 20–30% 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.
Winter driving along this route
- The Pennsylvania Turnpike between Pittsburgh and Harrisburg can see chain requirements in heavy winter storms.
- I-77 at Flat Top Mountain and I-64 through the Greenbrier Valley see chain requirements in winter storms.
- I-64 across Afton Mountain and I-77 at Fancy Gap see chain requirements in winter storms.
- I-40 through the Smokies and I-75 near Jellico Mountain can see chain requirements in winter storms.
State DOT 511 phone or web services provide real-time road conditions year-round.
Packing & arrival checklist
- Air conditioning matters: July highs in Beaumont average 92°F on NOAA normals. If the new place has window-unit or no AC, plan that purchase for the first week.
- Pack rain gear on top: Beaumont averages 65.1 in of annual precipitation — waterproof jackets and boots are worth unpacking before the big boxes.
- You are moving to a noticeably warmer climate (14.7°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 Jersey City to Beaumont?
Moving companies usually charge 20–30% less between October and April (off-peak). Memorial Day through Labor Day is peak pricing. For a 1540 mi drive, weather on the route matters too — see the timing section above for state-specific winter warnings.
What is the climate difference between Jersey City and Beaumont?
On NOAA 1991–2020 normals, annual average temperature is 69.5°F in Beaumont vs 54.8°F in Jersey City (14.7°F warmer). Annual snowfall: 0.1 in vs 28.2 in. Annual precipitation: 65.1 in vs 50.4 in.
Is Beaumont more expensive than Jersey City?
Based on BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), overall price level in Beaumont is 20.0% lower than Jersey City (90.046 vs 112.563, U.S. average = 100). Rent and services typically carry most of this gap.
How much do homes cost in Beaumont compared to Jersey City?
Zillow ZHVI (2026-03) puts the typical home value at $166,671 in Beaumont vs $658,269 in Jersey City — a 74.7% lower figure. Data provided by Zillow Research.
How far is Beaumont, TX from Jersey City, NJ?
The driving distance is 1540 mi and the route typically takes 28h 29m via I 81 and I 59. The trip crosses 11 state(s). Actual time varies with traffic and season.
How does household income compare in Jersey City vs Beaumont?
Median household income on the Census ACS 5-year (2023) is $57,530 in Beaumont vs $94,813 in Jersey City — a 39.3% lower figure. Compare this against the cost-of-living gap above when budgeting.
How does the job market in Beaumont compare to Jersey City?
BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics show median wages of $45,300 in the Beaumont MSA vs $59,390 in the Jersey City MSA, on total employment of 155,500 and 9,495,240 respectively. Top occupations on the destination side appear in the Jobs & wages section above.
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City profiles: Jersey City, NJ · Beaumont, TX.