Carter Nguyen best-worst Jan 17, 2026

First post here. Crime rate is something to consider -Bangor Base sits at 156.8 per 100K. Median household income is $84,485, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The weather takes some getting used to. Am I wrong here? Thanks for reading. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surprisingly good. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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