Public Storage Relocates Headquarters from California to Texas

The largest self-storage company in the U.S. is moving its corporate HQ from Glendale to Frisco, Texas.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Public Storage, the largest self-storage business in the United States, has announced that it is relocating its corporate headquarters from Glendale, California to Frisco, Texas. The move is part of a larger corporate restructuring, with the company citing the 'depth of talent and innovation' in the Texas market as a key factor behind the decision.

Why it matters

The relocation of Public Storage's headquarters is the latest example of a California-based company choosing to move operations to Texas, a trend that has been ongoing in recent years. This exodus has been driven by factors like the growing tech talent pool in cities like Austin, as well as the more business-friendly political climate in Texas compared to California.

The details

Public Storage was founded in the early 1970s by Wayne Hughes and Ken Volk, who both grew up in California. The company has been based in Glendale for over 50 years, but will now shift its corporate headquarters to Frisco, Texas, which is located north of Dallas. While Public Storage plans to maintain a 'long-term presence' in Glendale, the move is part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at benefiting from the talent and innovation in the Texas market.

  • Public Storage was founded in El Cajon, California in 1972.
  • The company has been headquartered in Glendale, California for over 50 years.
  • Public Storage announced the relocation of its corporate headquarters to Frisco, Texas in February 2026.

The players

Public Storage

The largest self-storage business in the United States, with over 5,000 employees and thousands of storage facilities.

Wayne Hughes

Co-founder of Public Storage, who grew up in California.

Ken Volk

Co-founder of Public Storage, who also grew up in California.

Frisco, Texas

A city located north of Dallas that is part of the growing 'New Texas' region attracting California businesses and residents.

Glendale, California

The city where Public Storage has been headquartered for over 50 years.

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What they’re saying

“We must benefit from the depth of talent and innovation in that market.”

— Public Storage (sfgate.com)

What’s next

Public Storage plans to maintain a 'long-term presence' in Glendale, California even after relocating its corporate headquarters to Frisco, Texas.

The takeaway

The relocation of Public Storage's headquarters from California to Texas is the latest example of a California-based company choosing to move operations to the Lone Star State, driven by factors like the growing tech talent pool and more business-friendly political climate. This exodus highlights the ongoing competition between the two states to attract and retain businesses.