Despite the housing slowdown, you will find housing costs a lot higher than in Texas. Property taxes will likely be higher, too. But at least Florida does NOT have a state income tax. I live south of Tampa, but I do know that I-4 can get mighty crowded, especially during season...."season" runs between Thanksgiving and April, when the snowbirds show up for the winter. But Florida has its own lifestyle. I know I have gotten used to wearing shorts and sandals at least 50 weeks a year.