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My wife and I are snowbirds from Iowa. We tried the McAllen area for a couple of seasons. We didn't like it, and have since opted for Mesa, AZ. Mesa ranked No. 8 in the  More

On transfer here for two years now. Pros: Daytime traffic is pretty decent, when using Interstate 2. Home prices are cheaper, when compared to the national average.  More

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It's a decent place to live  More

Good schools and jobs here! I highly recommend it!! Love Los Colinas in  More

I have never been to a school where the teachers were more committed to helping students be the most successful they could be. The students here are held to high  More