Was sind die Nachteile, wenn man in Texas lebt?
Bitte hier nur Nachteile nennen. Für die Vorteile habe ich eine eigene Frage erstellt.
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List of the Cons of Living in Texas
1. Texas is a large state, which means intrastate travel can be challenging.
Unless you experience the size and scope of the state of Texas personally, it is challenging to understand just how big it is. If you wanted to travel from El Paso to Houston, then the driving trip will take you over 740 miles, and you would end up being in a different time zone at the end of your journey. That’s over 10 hours of driving while still being in the same state – and that is on the most direct route.
That covers the east-to-west distance for the state. If you were traveling north-to-south, the distance is very similar. It is roughly the same distance to go from Amarillo to McAllen when living in Texas. Trying to get somewhere on the other side of the state can be a laborious experience because of its size.
2. Texas ranks below average in the quality of life opportunities.
Although there are several job opportunities available throughout the state of Texas, the overall quality of life ranking places it at 46th out of the 50 states. One of the most significant disadvantages of living here is your access to healthcare. If you live in a rural area, it may be a drive of 50 miles or more to reach your closest provider. The state ranks 46th in health care access and 45th in healthcare quality. Over 20% of the adults living in Texas currently have no health insurance compared to the national average of 12%.
3. Texas has exposure to hurricanes each season.
Hurricanes are something that can dramatically impact your life for over six months of the year, every year. Although it is the largest storms that typically make the national headlines, even a small tropical depression can create a large adverse impact on your property no matter where you are living in Texas. You must carry a separate insurance policy to protect your property from the flood damage that hurricanes may cause, which means you face higher annual costs to maintain your home. Some people don’t realize they might need the additional coverage, so if a storm does hit and flood them out, they may not have any financial protections available to them.
4. Texas does not always have nice weather, especially in the summer.
The state of Texas is closer to the equator than most others in the country. Most people don’t mind dealing with a lot of heat and humidity for a few days during the summer each year. If you decide to move to the state, then living here means putting up with the higher temperatures and sticky weather throughout the entire season. When you add in the extra threat of extended drought that could limit water access, there can be some unique challenges to face when settling here compared to what you would face in other states.
5. Texas faces an issue with crime.
The rate of violent crime in the state of Texas has been climbing since 2015. At the same time, the ratio of police officers to the total population has been decreasing. Statistics from the Federal Bureau of Investigation show that there are only 1.5 police officers for every 1,000 people who are living in the state. In 2016, there were two officers for every 1,000 people. That is about 0.5 less than what the average is in the United States.
The number of violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2017 in the state of Texas was 439, which is up 30 from figures in 2012. Only seven states have a lower officer-to-population ratio right now: Alabama, Ohio, Washington, Wyoming, New Mexico, Indiana, and Mississippi.
6. Texas has terrible traffic problems, especially along I-35.
I-35 is the primary north-to-south interstate that connects the Dallas-Ft. Worth metro area with Austin and San Antonio. Unlike other states which are dealing with congestion problems with their traffic infrastructure, Texans are dealing with collisions. About 10 people die every day using the transportation systems in the state according to information published by the Houston Chronicle, which is more than any other in the country. Over 3,700 people died in 2017, with another 17,500 people suffering life-changing incapacitating injuries.
You will find a significant issue along this one interstate option, but there can also be issues in rural areas as well because of the vastness involved. Drivers often travel at high rates of speed to reach their destination quickly, which increases the risk of an injury occurring.
7. Texas offers higher-than-average property tax rates.
Although you will not face an income tax when moving to Texas, there are high property taxes to consider before you decide to purchase a home. The average household pays over $3,300 in real estate taxes each year. That makes it the fifth-highest figure in the United States. It is almost 60% higher than what the average American pays for their property taxes each year. You could move to Louisiana instead if this disadvantage is a concern because the average cost for property taxes there is just $832 per household.
8. Texas can experience violent storms throughout the spring and summer.
Hurricanes are not the only weather issue to be concerned about if you decide to start living in Texas. There are violent storms which occur throughout the state during the spring and summer which are comparable to what homeowners in the Midwest experience. Severe thunderstorms are common, bringing strong winds, hail, lightning, and tornadoes that can have an adverse impact on your property.
9. Texas offers an ego experience that you may encounter with some residents.
When you move to Texas, then you will discover that many people consider the state to be one of the best places on the planet to live. Texans might not always be right, but they always think that they are. Having a debate with someone becomes a conversation about why they are right, and you are wrong. Transplants might not always be welcomed with open arms, especially if you are moving to a smaller community where everyone has known each family group for multiple generations.
A Final Thought on Living in TexasThere is one element of living in Texas that can either be in advantage or disadvantage depending on your perspective: the gun culture. You will find that open carry is quite common here, especially in the rural areas. The people here are fiercely independent and unafraid to say so. If you appreciate hunting, sport shooting, and what the Second Amendment represents, then you will love it here. If the presence of guns make you feel uncomfortable, then this issue will likely fit into the disadvantage category.
The pros and cons of living in Texas are a mixed bag of potential advantages and disadvantages which may or may not apply. Every household faces unique situations that try to bring in more of the good while limiting the bad during their time here, either in rural areas or in the heart of one of the state’s urban centers. If you enjoy diversity, big skies, modern cities, and a chance to visit the beach, then you might discover that Texas could be the perfect place to live.
Quelle für den Text auf Englisch.
Texaner sind eingebildet, erheblich bis pathologisch selbstsicher, ziehen sofort die Waffe und frieren im Winter furchtbar in ihrem Riesenland..
Es kann im Sommer sehr, sehr heiss werden.
Es werden hohe Steuern auf Grundstückskäufe erhoben.
Die Leute dort haben eine fürchterlich rückständige Mentalität und auch die Unterwanderung, die "Mexikanisierung" ist schon sehr weit voran geschritten, in weiten Teilen der USA wird immer mehr Spanisch zur wichtigsten und auch meist gesprochenen Sprache.
Wenn man auf einem Fremden Grundstück steht kann man sehr leicht erschossen werden.
Mutige Aussage für eine Person, die noch nie in ihrem Leben in Texas war.
Und jetzt? Ob das gestattet ist, ist von Bundesstaat zu Bundesstaat verschieden. Und in Texas ist es erlaubt jeden unbefugten Betreter von privaten Grundstüchen erstmal zu erschießen, bevor man ihn fragt wer er ist und was er hier will!
Es könnte doch so einfach sein, wenn man es nur wissen wollte...
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gun_laws_in_Texas#Stand_Your_Ground
The "trier of fact" (the jury in a jury trial, otherwise the judge) may not consider whether the person retreated when deciding whether the person was justified in shooting (TPC 9.32(c,d)).
Es spielt keine Rolle, ob man sich in so einer Situation zurückzieht oder nicht. Da steht aber nicht, dass man jeden erschießen darf, der das eigene Grundstück betritt.
Aber das bezieht sich auf die Frage wann ein Schuß erlaubt ist, eben auch ohne das man sich zuvor versuchen hat müssen zurück zu ziehen!
Aber nicht wenn man nur auf einem fremden Grundstück steht. Dadurch stellt man noch keine Gefahr dar.
Man hat dann das Recht eine Waffe abzufeuern, wenn man sein eigenes Territorium meint so zu "verteidigen", was anderes wurde hier nie behauptet. Das Problem, dieses Gesetzt gilt auch wenn du durch einen Wald läufst und ohne es zu wissen dich auf einmal ungewollt auf Privatgelände befindest. Natürlich darf man dich nicht einfach so auf einer öffentlichen Straße abknallen, passiert aber trotzdem sehr häufig, nennt man dann "Amoklauf", hast du sicher schon davon gehört...
Das ist ein Klischee, das so nicht stimmt.