Addison M. living Dec 18, 2025

OK so I'm originally from St. Louis and Rent is about $1,545/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Brockton sits at 820.7 per 100K. Household incomes average around $77,089 in Brockton. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. Has anyone dealt with this? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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