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    Dubious study by USA Today says newcomers to Texas should bypass Houston

    Amber Heckler
    Mar 18, 2024 | 9:30 am
    Storybook sculpture in Abilene, Texas

    Moving to a small city like Abilene is more preferable than moving to Houston, USA Today found.

    Photo by Jenn ZIndler/Abilene Convention & VIsitors Bureau

    Everything's bigger in Texas, but when it comes to the best cities to put down roots, USA Today says to go small, not big. According to a recent population analysis by USA Today Homefront, people moving to Texas would be wise to bypass metropolitan hubs such as Austin, Dallas, and Houston, and head to small towns like Tyler or Laredo instead.

    The analysis ranked 52 cities in Texas on factors such as affordability and quality of life.

    The No. 1 city on their list: Tyler, about 200 miles north of Houston. Laredo came in at No. 2, followed by New Braunfels, Cedar Park, and Temple.

    "The top five cities may be a little unexpected, but low unemployment rates (3.5 percent or less), great medical care, and safety are just some of the reasons they rise to the top," the report said.

    In fact, a number of Houston-area cities tepidly landed in the middle of their move-to list including:

    • No. 19 – Sugar Land
    • No. 31 – Conroe
    • No. 35 – Pearland
    • No. 45 – Pasadena

    Meanwhile, they ranked larger cities like Houston (No. 50) lower due to factors such as crime and living costs.

    Coming in last at No. 52, for the least appealing city in Texas to move to: Baytown, 30 miles east of Houston.

    Factors ruling against these cities included high crime rates, competitive housing markets, and increased cost of living.

    No. 1-ranking Tyler earned its crown thanks to its access to healthcare, and the overall lowest risk of damage from severe weather, out of all cities on the list. The report also gave Tyler a stamp of approval in the entertainment sector, specifically its reputation for roses. That doesn't sound very lively in comparison to Houston's broad array of entertainment offerings, from the rodeo to new neighborhood restaurant openings.

    "The 14-acre Tyler Municipal Rose Garden, the largest in the nation, has over 38,000 rose bushes and over 600 varieties," the report said. "Once you’re done smelling the roses, there are plenty of other things to see and do: Tyler boasts 3.3 restaurants and 1.2 activities per 1,000 residents."

    It also found that Tyler is a more cost-effective place to live: The typical value of a Tyler home is $245,750, with average rent at $1,481 per month. The average Tyler resident's life expectancy is 77.4 years old, and median income is $60,811 a year.

    By comparison, the typical home in Houston was found to be $261,764, with a median income at $60,426 a year, and average rent at $1,596 per month.

    The top 10 best cities to move to in 2024, according to the oldsters at USA Today, are:

    • No. 1 – Tyler
    • No. 2 – Laredo
    • No. 3 – New Braunfels
    • No. 4 – Cedar Park
    • No. 5 – Temple
    • No. 6 – McAllen
    • No. 7 – Longview
    • No. 8 – Abilene
    • No. 9 – El Paso
    • No. 10 – Victoria
    The report gathered its data from multiple sources to determine the rankings, including data from Zillow, the U.S. Census Bureau, Tripadvisor, FEMA, the U.S. Centers Medicare and Medicaid Services, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and more.
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    Celebrity digs

    Post Malone’s childhood home in Texas hits market for $549,000

    John Egan
    Feb 9, 2026 | 3:00 pm
    Post Malone
    Photo by Adam DeGross
    Post Malone grew up in Grapevine and plays in Dallas-Fort Worth frequently.

    Entertainer Post Malone’s childhood home in Grapevine has gone on the market. The modest three-bedroom, two-bathroom home, at 1226 Eaton Ln., is listed for $549,900.

    “This home blends modern comfort, prime location, and a one-of-a-kind story — an exceptional opportunity in one of North Texas’ most desirable communities,” says the listing from Liz Ervin and David Ervin, both of Meyer Group Real Estate.

    Post Malone
    Photo by Adam DeGross

    Post Malone grew up in Grapevine and plays in Dallas-Fort Worth frequently.

    Built in 1987 — eight years before Malone was born — the “thoughtfully renovated” 1,685-square-foot, brick-façade home with a bright red front door offers an open-concept floor plan that features “excellent flow, abundant natural light, and a great use of space throughout,” the listing says.

    Recent upgrades include:

    • An updated primary bathroom.
    • New triple-pane, energy-efficient windows.
    • A new air-conditioning unit.
    • A new water heater.

    The listing also touts the home’s outdoor amenities and proximity to downtown Grapevine.

    Post Malone's childhood home, at 1226 Eaton Ln., Grapevine The home is near all the Grapevine hot spots.Photo courtesy of The Meyer Group

    “Step outside to a private backyard oasis featuring a sparkling pool and upgraded decking — perfect for entertaining or relaxing Texas-style,” the listing says. “Ideally located less than a one-mile walk to Grapevine’s sought-after Main Street, offering endless dining, shopping, and access to the nearby recreation center.”

    Malone, whose given name is Austin Richard Post, is a rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer who’s easily recognizable thanks to his more than 70 tattoos, including 14 on his face.

    The entertainer moved to Grapevine at age nine with his father, Rich Post, and stepmother, Jodie, after the Dallas Cowboys hired his dad as assistant director of food and beverage, according to Malone’s bio on IMDb. Malone was born in 1995 in Syracuse, New York.

    In Grapevine, Malone learned to play guitar at age 12. He frequently plays gigs around Dallas-Fort Worth; he brought his BIG ASS Stadium Tour to Arlington in May 2025, he was the big act at the 2025 Dallas Cattle Baron's Ball at Southfork Ranch, and then he played the Cowboys' halftime show at AT&T Stadium on Thanksgiving.

    When Malone was a senior, classmates at Grapevine High School named him “Most Likely to Be Famous,” according to IMDb and CBS News. For a 2012 class project at Grapevine High, he created a viral music video for one of his first songs, “Why Don’t You Love Me?” In the video, he rocked an ’80s vibe, complete with an animal-print head scarf and cut-off denim shorts.

    Post Malone's childhood home, at 1226 Eaton Ln., Grapevine Post Malone's childhood home, at 1226 Eaton Ln., Grapevine, is listed for $549,900. Photo courtesy of The Meyer Group

    After graduating from high school in 2013, Malone enrolled at Tarrant County College but dropped out and moved to Los Angeles, where he formally launched his music career. Just two years after graduation, Malone signed a recording deal with Republic Records.

    By all accounts, Malone appreciated growing up in Grapevine. In fact, his 2024 country song “Back to Texas” pays homage to the Lone Star State:

    Ain’t found nowhere like Dallas yeah

    And I doubt I ever will it’s

    All hat, no cattle

    All belt, no buckle

    All snake, no rattle

    All honey, no suckle

    And I’ma take every last dime

    Stuffed under this mattress

    And make a Lone Star beeline

    Take my a** back to Texas


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