{"id":319023,"date":"2026-06-02T10:50:17","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T10:50:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/319023\/"},"modified":"2026-06-02T10:50:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T10:50:17","slug":"3-texas-towns-where-people-feel-they-could-live-to-100","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/319023\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Texas towns where people feel they could live to 100"},"content":{"rendered":"

Three Texas towns were just named among America’s best “longevity hotspots,” places where residents feel especially confident they have what it takes to live to 100.<\/p>\n

Fredericksburg<\/a>, Wimberley<\/a> and Port Aransas<\/a> all landed on the national list, ranking No. 14, No. 30 and No. 75, respectively, according to a new report from Cherry Data Signals on behalf of mental health advocacy group A Mission for Michael<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The ranking is based on a survey of 3,025 people who were asked about their “longevity mindset,” or how confident they feel that their lifestyle, surroundings and daily habits could help them live a long, healthy life.<\/p>\n

For Texans, the answer may have a lot to do with slowing down.<\/p>\n

Fredericksburg and Wimberley, both in the Texas Hill Country, were praised for their small-town charm, access to the outdoors and strong sense of community. Both towns are known for scenic views,\u00a0walkable downtowns, local shops, restaurants and easy access to the kind of slower-paced lifestyle that can make healthy routines feel more attainable.<\/p>\n

Port Aransas earned its spot for a different kind of laid-back lifestyle.<\/p>\n

The Gulf Coast town’s “laid-back coastal rhythm” helps residents stay active, spend more time outside and maintain lower-stress routines, according to the study.<\/p>\n

The report found that many Texans strongly connect small-town living with a better shot at longevity. Communities on the list tended to share traits like walkability, access to nature, slower routines and close social connections.<\/p>\n

Still, Texans were split on whether they are doing enough to reach the century mark.<\/p>\n

According to the survey, 52% of Texans said they believe they are currently doing enough to maximize their chances of living to 100. Another 48% said they do not feel they are doing enough to support their long-term health.<\/p>\n

While many respondents agreed that luck and genetics play a role, they said everyday factors mattered most, including where they live, their work-life balance, diet, exercise and stress levels.<\/p>\n

A total of 150 communities were ranked in the study.<\/p>\n

St. Augustine, Florida; Kula, Hawaii; and Dunedin, Florida took the top three spots, respectively, among towns where people said they felt most optimistic about living to 100.<\/p>\n

\"Blue<\/p>\n

Blue Hole Regional Park, Wimberley Texas. The small town is one of three locations in the Lone Star State named in a new study on longevity hotspots. (Christy Pohler\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

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