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| What DallasFort Worth is like for active adults |
| The Dallas Fort Worth Metro is well, Texas-sized. There are neighborhoods for every kind of person ranging from old downtown areas to places out in the suburbs. Retirees like it in Dallas for a number of reasons. It's a big city so there is always something to do - there are more restaurants, museums, concerts, plays, and professional sports events than anyone could ever attend. |
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| Where to Live & Real Estate Values |
There is an incredible number of neighborhoods to play and live in. Downtown, Uptown, Turtle Creek, Oak Lawn, West End Historic District, and the Arts District are just a few. Many of the people who spent their careers in Dallas would like to retire in the area. Folks from smaller towns retire here for for more excitement. Fortunately the builders of active adult and 55+ communities have obliged with many developments to choose from. Real estate prices have been stable in this Metro - the median selling price in late 2012 was a little above $250,000 according to city-Data.com. Prices are higher in the city or in nicer suburbs/developments. |
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| What is special about this retirement community |
| Dallas is a real city with plenty to do. It is possible to live a low-key residential life in one of the city's many interesting neighborhoods, or choose a modern 55+ community out of town. Dallas has 38 colleges and universities and many wealthy people who want to keep this a great city. |
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| What is not special about this retirement community |
| Dallas has its shortcomings. Violent crime is higher than some (but not all big U.S. cities). It has sprawl and traffic, along with its share of poor neighborhoods. |
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| What kinds of people like retiring here |
| People from Dallas or small towns in Texas might find moving to the city (or near it) as an attractive option for retirement living. Like in most big cities, there is a significant LGBT population. |
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| Local economy is driven by |
| Dallas has one of the highest concentrations of Fortunte 500 headquarters of any city in the country. The economy is extremely diverse and robust. |
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| Climate and Physical Environment |
| Dallas is in north central Texas on the plains. It is comfortable but cool in winter and quite hot in summer. |
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| Restaurants & Cultural Scene |
| Dallas Museum of Art, Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas Performing Arts Center, Trammell and Margaret Crow Collection of Asian Art, Nasher Sculpture Center, and Dallas Contemporary are just some of the major cultural institutions that the City and its wealthy residents have created and support. The Arts District, the Cedars, and the Bishop Arts District are all busy offering cultural opportunities. Dallas has professional teams for every major sport. |
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| Crime |
| The crime rate is high, as in most large cities. |
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| Medical facilities |
| Dallas has some of the finest hospitals in the world |
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| Transportation |
| As a major city Dallas has every form of transportation, including the colossal Dallas Ft. Worth International Airport. Mass transit includes a large light rail system. |
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Facts about DALLASFORT WORTH
- State: TX
- Environment: Urban,Suburban,College Town,Cultural Center,LGBT,
- City Population: 100,001+
- Median age of Population: 25-44
- Avg Jan Temperature: 41-60
- Avg July Temperature: 81+
- Median HH Income: 41,001-60,000
- Average Home Price (MLS): $200,001-$300,000
- Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: 2000-4000
- Total Crime Index: 111-120 (high)
- Cost of Living Index: 91-100 (slightly below average)
- Culture Index: 121+ (very high)
- State Sales Tax: Yes
- State Income Tax: No
- Name of the Guide: JB
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1. Overall Retirement Ratings
1. Rating: 3.5/5 ( 4 votes cast)
2. Expense:
Inexpensive to Luxury
2. Rating: 4.3/5 ( 4 votes cast)
3. Taxes:
Inexpensive to Expensive
3. Rating: 4.0/5 ( 5 votes cast)
4. Culture:
None to Cosmopolitan
4. Rating: 4.0/5 ( 3 votes cast)
5.Recreation:
None to Summer camp
5. Rating: 3.0/5 ( 2 votes cast)
6. Transportation:
Boondocks to World Hub
6. Rating: 4.0/5 ( 4 votes cast)
7. Security:
Dangerous to Ft. Knox
7. Rating: 3.3/5 ( 4 votes cast)
8. Medical Facilities:
None to Excellent
8. Rating: 4.7/5 ( 3 votes cast)
9. Political Situation:
Conservative to Liberal
9. Rating: 1.8/5 ( 4 votes cast)
10. Environmental:
Oblivious to Ultra-Green
10. Rating: 2.3/5 ( 3 votes cast)
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