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What Bristol does better than anywhere else

OK so I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Homes are going for about $168,700 on average. Poverty rate is 14.7%, which is around average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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James P.
As someone who grew up here, it was the best decision I ever made. A lot has changed in the past few years though. pet-friendliness used to be much reasonable but now it's tough.
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Isaiah K.
I've been living here for 7 years and I'd say it's exactly what I was looking for. The nightlife is solid compared to other places I've lived. Overall Definitely worth checking out..
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Maverick P.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.

I'm a electrician who relocated here from Minneapolis about 5 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and a fresh start.

Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Good internet infrastructure
- Close to major attractions

Cons that are real:
- Nightlife is limited
- Road conditions need improvement

Financially, we've found it hit or miss compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are pricey, gas is underrated.

Socially, it's been a really good experience overall. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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bostonwalker2022
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want dating scene, then yeah this place is great. But if weather matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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