OK so I've been here for 9 years and The unemployment rate is 4.8%, which is about average. It's a a smaller city city with about 35,472 people. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Is this normal for Amherst Town? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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indypapa2023
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a chef who relocated here from Boston about 10 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Lots of new development happening
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Winters are long and cold
- Not very walkable outside downtown
Financially, we've found it better than expected compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are competitive, gas is decent.
Socially, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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