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| Factor | HoustonTX | PhoenixAZ |
|---|---|---|
| State | Texas | Arizona |
| Setting | Gulf metro | Desert metro |
| Climate | seasons | desert |
| Family research | Research district boundaries alongside flood risk for each address. | School boundaries vary across the Phoenix metro; verify by address. |
| School system to check | Houston ISD and suburban districts | Phoenix-area districts vary by address |
| Lifestyle and retirement | Major specialty-care hub; compare flood and wind insurance. | Large medical networks and winter outdoor living; plan for extreme summer heat. |
| Healthcare starting point | Texas Medical Center | Mayo Clinic Arizona |
| Tradeoff | Humidity, flood and hurricane risk, and long car commutes. | Extreme summer heat and a housing market that has run hot. |
| Districts to look at | Houston ISD, Katy ISD, Conroe ISD | Phoenix Union High School District, Paradise Valley Unified, Kyrene School District |
| AARP 2025 score | No city record | No city record |
| Guides | Houston guide →Houston local guide → | Phoenix guide →Phoenix local guide → |
AARP scores are optional context, not recommendations. Verify schools and costs by address. For tax questions, consult your CPA.
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