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dcwalker2021 moving

Considering Birmingham vs Dallas — help me decide

Hey everyone, I grew up here but left for a while. Poverty rate is 19.4%, which is higher than I expected. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Kenneth P.
My experience has been mostly positive. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The only thing I'd watch out for is pet-friendliness. Other than that, Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Robert Peterson
as a local I can confirm
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nola_abigail
I've been living here for 13 years and I'd say it's exactly what I was looking for. The housing market is surprisingly good compared to other places I've lived. Overall Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Cooper Hill
As someone who grew up here, I'm still on the fence after all this time. A lot has changed in the past few years though. food scene used to be much manageable but now it's challenging.
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Aaliyah Green
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value pet-friendliness, you'll love it. The nightlife is genuinely hit or miss and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. My neighborhood (Maple Ridge) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Salt Lake City, be prepared for the culture shock. healthcare is completely different here. And Limited public transit options.

My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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cool_daniel95
Hot take but it's exactly what I was looking for. I know a lot of people disagree but after 13 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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