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Port Isabel : Texas

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What Port Isabel is like for active adults
Port Isabel is a resort town of about 5,300 on a barrier island in extreme southern Texas, almost in Mexico. Corpus Cristi is 110 miles to the north. Surrounding towns include South Padre Island, Harlingen, and Laguna Vista. Port Isabel is a beach town and a popular resort, as well as being a retirement destination. FIshing, beach going, and relaxing are popular activities. The area is quiet and the weather is warm in the winter.
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Where to Live & Real Estate Values

There are active adult communities in Port Isabel, or you can live in regular home near the beach, here, or in one of the surrounding towns.
Median home prices in 2011 ranged between $120,000 and  $190,000, but falling to about $105,000 (City-Data.com in early 2012.

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What is special about this retirement community
Southern-most place in Texas, right on the beach.  It is a great tourist area and has a very warm year round climate for retirees.
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What is not special about this retirement community
Port Isabel has been devastated by hurricanes in the past. Crime is above average. And, it is closer to Mexico than to any large U.S. city.
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What kinds of people like retiring here
People who want to be near the beach will like it here.  About 3/4 of the population is hispanic and 1/4 white.
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Local economy is driven by
Tourism is a big driver of the Port Isabel economy.
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Climate and Physical Environment
The average July high temperature is 89 and the average January low is 52. The wettest month is September (6")
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Restaurants & Cultural Scene
There are at least 3 museums in Port Isabel including the Lighthouse, Port Isabel Historic Museum, and the Treasures of the Gulf Museum.
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Crime
The crime rate is slightly above average.
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Medical facilities
The nearest hospitals are in Brownsville, about 19 miles away.
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Transportation
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Valuable Links
City of Port Isabel Tourism
State guide to Texas retirement and retirement communities
Port Isabel Museums
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Facts about PORT ISABEL
  • State: TX
  • Environment: Coastal,Boating Community,Resort Community,
  • City Population: Less than 10,000
  • Median age of Population: 25-44
  • Avg Jan Temperature: 61 +
  • Avg July Temperature: 81+
  • Median HH Income: 20,001-40,000
  • Average Home Price (MLS): $100,000-$200,000
  • Annual Property Tax on a $200,000 house: Less than 2000
  • Total Crime Index: 101-110 (slightly above average)
  • Cost of Living Index: 91-100 (slightly below average)
  • Culture Index: 81-90 (low)
  • State Sales Tax: Yes
  • State Income Tax: No
  • Name of the Guide: boomer1

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