Hi all, My family moved here when I was a kid. Household incomes average around $78,896 in Andrews. The unemployment rate is 1.5%, which is pretty low. The suburbs are where most families end up. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What are your go-to spots? The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The suburbs are where most families end up. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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urban_brielle70
As someone who grew up here, it's improved dramatically in recent years. A lot has changed in the past few years though. job market used to be much manageable but now it's improving.
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Jonathan Stewart
I work in manufacturing here and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The job market for my field is decent. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Jacob Morris
exactly what I was thinking
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Jordan G.
yeah no that's not right
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Olivia M.
it depends on the neighborhood
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Cameron Nelson
We moved here with our family and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Schools in Highland area are challenging. Kids love it here.
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Jayden Brooks
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a electrician, 37, moved here 1 years ago from Baltimore. I've lived in Meadowbrook and Uptown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Four distinct seasons
2. Affordable housing options
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Limited high-paying job options
3. The job market situation is established and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Meadowbrook: Great for remote workers. surprisingly good vibes, walkable.
- Uptown: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Baltimore, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $80K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Happy to answer more specific questions.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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