A&M anchor, young and growing.
Housing does NOT get cheaper: $220K statewide median vs $311K in College Station. This move is about something other than cost.
Top marginal state income tax drops from 3.9% to 0% — on $150K of taxable income, roughly $5,850/yr back (marginal-rate approximation; your effective savings depend on brackets and deductions).
| Dimension | College Station score |
|---|---|
| Winter mildness | 8/10 |
| Summer comfort | 4/10 |
| Walkability | 4/10 |
| Outdoor access | 4/10 |
| Culture & food | 5/10 |
| Healthcare | 5/10 |
| Airport connectivity | 4/10 |
| Schools | 6/10 |
| Safety | 6/10 |
| Hazard safety | 9/10 |
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