where in texas should I move?

[chatonkk]

I would like to know what are the property taxes in Collin County (Plano) compared to Dallas County or Tarrant County?

[coolcharisma21]

I live in San Antonio so I can only comment accuratly on that, but I can tell you this...HOT HOT HOT, Lordy does it get hot down here. In fact it get's so hot I feel that if the city were to loose power one year, there would be alot of medical problems, especially for the elderly and or people who are too dependent on the air conditioner. In addition to that, it does get pretty humid. Not as bad as further east, but the high temps more then make you sweat when combined with the humidity. Do you suffer allergies? Well if so you better avoid a 20 mile radious of hill country or you will be sorry. The pollen and mold levels get so high at times that you get allergy symptoms that are typically not seen, symptoms that are more like a harsh flu with fever, body ache's runny nose, sneezing, sinus congestion, cough, soar throat, upset stomach and pressure head ache's just to name a few. I've lived here for over 2 years now and so far, I've not gotten any more adjusted to the allergy seasons which appear to dominate the fall and winter and spring. Property crimes are rediculously high, I've had my car radio stolen on several occasion, my wallet snatched, and my credit cards used. Jobs pay too low, and the cost of living, though lower does not seem equivalent by any means. I hate to say it, and will probably get alot of greif, but it seems the only people who are really enamored with the city are those who've lived here their whole lives and don't know or care to know about better areas. MY suggestion if you like cities are southern California on up to San Francisco, if you like smaller towns, The mid east coast is also very nice. I've lived all over the south cause my family is military and here are my favorite places....

San Diego California (BEAUTIFUL and DIVERSE)
Savannah/Wilmington Island, GA. (FRIENDLY and MILD)
Orlando, FL. (Shop/Entertainment Extrodinare)
Corpus Chrisit, TX. (Small but Charming)

[Don#1]

Originally Posted by texasbnd

Hello all. My husband and I are looking into moving to texas. We have looked at San Antonio, Arlington, Houston,and some smaller cities. The biggest problem that we are having is the weather.. Where in texas is the climate not too hot, or too humid, or just what is the weather overall? I don't want to move anywhere that might have a tornado, Hurricane, or any other natural disaster yearly.... We are looking for a beautiful city to raise our children with good schools.I would appreciate any feedback. Thanks so much...

Here is some tornado history for you to check out. This will give you an idea of the HOT tornado areas!

http://www.tornadoproject.com/alltorns/txtorn1.htm


Good hunting...


Don

[G-Man-Indy-TX]

I guess I am somewhat negative about living in Texas been here since 1985 with the Feds. San Antonio, Houston was oppressive heat and humidity, West Texas in Abilene, very neighborly people but it normally rained mud, blowed in dust from further out west and tornados yep..plenty of them and you really felt isolated. (I was stationed there). Dallas by my view was very eastern US type while Fort Worth which seems to be loosing its image was more urban cowboy. Tornados are a fact of life here. I have had about as much as I did in Indiana. I personally enjoy bluegrass yards, lost of trees and four seasons...and I am as interested as you are if Texas has anything remotely like that. Not to discourage you I would think somewhere in Northern California would have the climate y'all are looking for. I do not know where you come from in the States...but Texas still does not have a state income tax (knock on wood, just plenty of hidden taxes) school systems sure they got plenty..the cities like Plano, Highland Park and other richy areas are best. Home Schooling and Private Schools here also are a great alternatives. Employment would be the Metroplex area (Dallas/Tarrant and surrounding counties) however my dealings with the other big cities is limited. If I would guess a similar climate to Indianapolis area it would be Austin. However like one of the other replys stated its overcrowded and I will add my bit its way too liberal and somewhat snooty for me. Whatever the place you go do not be surprised if the words Yankee and I can tell y'all not from around here are a very comical if not halfway serious statements you are bound to hear. Best Wishes and Let Me know about this Mystery city in the States I would want to move there too. Mr. P. 42 Fort Worth

[NOTAM]

Savannah/Wilmington Island GA? are you KIDDING ME? it aint the least bit friendly? I just spent 3 years at Ft Stewart GA and when i got divorced and had to move off post, i lived on Wilmington Island for SAFETY from Savannah's crime.
The people are not friendly, and the racism against white folks was unbearable!!!
I couldnt wait to get back to Texas. Right now I am stuck in South Texas, but gettin out of here as quick as I can-this aint like the REAL Texas (i am from rural areas between Ft Worth and Wichita Falls).

Originally Posted by coolcharisma21

I live in San Antonio so I can only comment accuratly on that, but I can tell you this...HOT HOT HOT, Lordy does it get hot down here. In fact it get's so hot I feel that if the city were to loose power one year, there would be alot of medical problems, especially for the elderly and or people who are too dependent on the air conditioner. In addition to that, it does get pretty humid. Not as bad as further east, but the high temps more then make you sweat when combined with the humidity. Do you suffer allergies? Well if so you better avoid a 20 mile radious of hill country or you will be sorry. The pollen and mold levels get so high at times that you get allergy symptoms that are typically not seen, symptoms that are more like a harsh flu with fever, body ache's runny nose, sneezing, sinus congestion, cough, soar throat, upset stomach and pressure head ache's just to name a few. I've lived here for over 2 years now and so far, I've not gotten any more adjusted to the allergy seasons which appear to dominate the fall and winter and spring. Property crimes are rediculously high, I've had my car radio stolen on several occasion, my wallet snatched, and my credit cards used. Jobs pay too low, and the cost of living, though lower does not seem equivalent by any means. I hate to say it, and will probably get alot of greif, but it seems the only people who are really enamored with the city are those who've lived here their whole lives and don't know or care to know about better areas. MY suggestion if you like cities are southern California on up to San Francisco, if you like smaller towns, The mid east coast is also very nice. I've lived all over the south cause my family is military and here are my favorite places....

San Diego California (BEAUTIFUL and DIVERSE)
Savannah/Wilmington Island, GA. (FRIENDLY and MILD)
Orlando, FL. (Shop/Entertainment Extrodinare)
Corpus Chrisit, TX. (Small but Charming)

[SoSMary]

I lived in many Texas cities, because of my husband's job. The one I loved the most was Kingwood Texas. It's not too big, and a very nice area. weather was good too. I also lived in El Paso, weather was horrible in the summer, and there's alot of smog in the air from the factories across the border (Juarez). My youngest son suffered from severe nose bleeds the whole time we lived there, which was about 2 years.

[homeineasttx]

I live in NorthEast Texas . Tornadoes are a possibility. The weather is hot in summer and humid. If you can get past all that, Tyler is a great place with lots of small surrounding areas to live if you want to be in the country. I live North of Tyler in Wood County and have family that lives South of Tyler. Lots of activities, lots of great people!