My wife and I are planning to retire in the next few years. We're considering Pharr because of the weather. The weather is great — warm most of the year with an average of 77F.
Cost of living looks pretty reasonable. How's the healthcare situation? Any retiree communities?
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Nathan P.
Respectfully disagree about the job market. In my experience, there are good opportunities if you network.
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Jacqueline C.
I work in logistics and finding a job wasn't hard. Took about 1 months.
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Paul C.
Can confirm the safety issue. But it really depends on the neighborhood. Oakwood and Pine Grove are perfectly safe.
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Nathan P.
Downtown is overrated and overpriced. The suburbs offer way better value.
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Carol E.
Traffic is the worst part honestly. But if you live near work it's fine.
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Natalie C.
Check out the Pine Grove area. Way more affordable and still close to everything.
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Carol E.
If you can afford it, Eastside is the best place to live. Period.
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Brittany H.
This is so helpful, thanks for sharing! We're moving to Pharr next month.
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Catherine B.
Been here 20 years. The city has changed a lot but overall for the better.
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Jacqueline C.
For families, I'd recommend looking at Southside. Schools are rated well and it's quiet.
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Christine R.
For families, I'd recommend looking at Oakwood. Schools are rated well and it's quiet.
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Jacqueline C.
Rent tip: look for places in January-February. Prices drop and there's more availability.
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Paul C.
Can confirm the safety issue. But it really depends on the neighborhood. Westside and Riverside are perfectly safe.
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Nathan P.
Don't sleep on Northside. It's up and coming and still affordable.
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