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Strawn, Texas

City Hall building in Strawn, Texas
Overall fit
Moderate2.9 / 5
Care access
Very Good
Safety
Good3.0 / 5
Climate
Moderate2 / 5
Daily life
1.4 / 5 · Poor

Is Strawn a good place to retire?

Healthcare access is a real strength here. Take a closer look at how the seasons may feel day to day.

What it may cost

Start with the local estimate. Traveler and couple budgets show how the monthly total can change.

Local monthly estimate

$2,785

Traveler estimate
$3,901
Couple estimate
$4,241
Typical 1BR rent
$825
Cost pressure
Good
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Everyday life

Family visits should be relatively easy to arrange. A large 50+ community may make it easier to find peers.

48.4%

Residents age 50+

Walkability
Poor

1.4 / 5

A car will likely make everyday errands easier.

Median broadband
172 Mbps

Plenty for video calls and streaming.

Family visits
Easy weekend visit
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Getting the care you need

The care picture looks very good as a starting point. Country-level life expectancy is about 78.9 years.

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Hospitals nearby

Healthcare access
Very Good
Healthcare quality
Very Poor
Country life expectancy
About 78.9 years
Primary care
Moderate
Pharmacy access
Very Good
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Understanding safety

The overall safety picture is good.

Overall safety

Good

3.0 / 5

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Living through the seasons

Winters are the easier season. Summer heat deserves a closer look.

Overall climate comfort

Moderate2 / 5

Summer

97°F

Average high

113 days/year above 90°F

1.3 / 5 · Poor

Winter

36°F

Average low

37 days/year below freezing

2.9 / 5 · Good

Air quality

Excellent

4.9 / 5

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Retirement fit

Why it may fit

A move feels more comfortable when care, costs, seasons, and the places you go each day work together.

Reasons it may fit

  • Healthcare access is rated very good.
  • 0 hospitals within 12 km are nearby.
  • Primary care access is rated moderate.

What to plan for

  • The local monthly estimate is $2,785, including a typical 1BR rent of $825.
  • Summer comfort is rated poor; the average summer high is Hot · 97°F and 113 days/year are above 90°F.
  • Getting around is rated poor; look at the neighborhoods and places that matter to you.

Questions retirees ask

What should I budget for retirement in Strawn?

The current local-resident estimate is $2,785 per month, with a typical 1BR rent of $825. Treat it as a planning starting point and compare the detailed cost categories with your own housing, travel, and healthcare needs.

How is healthcare access in Strawn?

Healthcare access is rated very good, with 0 hospitals within 12 km nearby. Primary care access is rated moderate. Insurance, appointment availability, and the drive from home still matter.

What are the seasons like in Strawn?

Summer comfort is poor, with an average high of Hot · 97°F and 113 days/year above 90°F. Winter comfort is good, with an average low of 36°F / 2°C.

Could this place work for you?

People who value easy access to care and an established 50+ community may find a lot to like here. Before adding it to your shortlist, take a closer look at summer heat.

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