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What Bartow is like for active adults
Bartow is an up and coming community about 40 miles east of Tampa in central Florida. The town is formerly rural but now attracting all kinds of people, including retirees and active adults.  Its live oak trees and many historical buildings give it a southern charm that is very refreshing
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What is special about this community
Live oak trees, historical buildings, small town charm, lower prices
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Bartow Memorial Hospital
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Transportation
Tampa International Airport is 48 miles, Orlando is just a bit further
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Facts about BARTOW
State:  FL
Environment:  Small Town,
City Population:  10,000-25,000
Median age of Population:  25-44
Avg Jan Temperature:  61 +
Median HH Income:  41,001-60,000
Average Home Price (MLS):  $100,000-$200,000
Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house:  Less than 2000
Total Crime Index:  121+ (very high)
Cost of Living Index:  81-90 (low)
Culture Index:  81-90 (low)
State Sales Tax:  Yes
State Income Tax:  Yes
Name of the Guide:  boomer
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