Houston, TX
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 2,125,069 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
The city is 43 feet above sea level.
Cultural Attractions
Houston boasts that its theater district is second only to New York's, with eight performing arts organizations.
Recreation
The Rockets, Astros, and Texans are there for the professional sports fans. Do-it-yourselfers can golf, garden, skate, or do just about anything else in the city's 300-plus parks.
Historical
Houston was once the capital of the Republic of Texas.
Economy
Energy, aeronautics, and shipping anchor an increasingly diversified local economy.
| Community care facilities for the elderly | 23 |
| Percentage of population over age 55 | 19.5% |
| Number of museums within 30 miles | 109 |
| Number of libraries within the area | 65 |
| Number of movie theaters within 15 miles | 91 |
| Number of golf courses within 30 miles | 197 |
| Tax incentives for retirees | No |
| Median income for those aged 55–64 | $53,965 |
| Median income for those aged 65–74 | $40,428 |
| Median income for those aged 75 and up | $34,004 |
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