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Patricia W.

Moving from Las Vegas to Carrollton next month

Hello, With a population of 133K, Carrollton is a mid-size city. Poverty rate is 5.3%, which is pretty low. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Does this match your experience? Thanks for reading. People here are genuinely friendly, not just s...

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lake_caroline44

How much do you pay for rent in Carrollton?

Curious what people think. I'm a 45-year-old HR manager and Crime rate is something to consider — Carrollton sits at 129.1 per 100K. Rent is about $1,674/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 68°F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $99,115 in Carrollton. ...

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proud_hudson13

How is Carrollton for outdoor activities?

With a population of 133K, Carrollton is a mid-size city. Rent is about $1,674/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Any advice would be great.

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madelyn_living

Relocating to Carrollton, TX — pros and cons?

So, Average temperature is around 68°F, so the weather is moderate. Poverty rate is 5.3%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The city has invested a lot in new development. I'd say it's better for families...

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Valentina K.

Pros and cons of Carrollton after 1 years

Curious what people think. It's a a mid-size city city with about 133K people. You can expect to pay around $1,674 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Am I wrong here?

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Dylan A.

Housing market in Carrollton right now

Hey, It's a a mid-size city city with about 133K people. Rent is about $1,674/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a...

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Cooper H.

Raising a family in Carrollton — thoughts?

Hello, Household incomes average around $99,115 in Carrollton. Is this normal for Carrollton? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Valentina K.

Best neighborhoods in Carrollton

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a teacher here and Household incomes average around $99,115 in Carrollton. Rent is about $1,674/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 5.3%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $99,115, which feels pretty solid for the area. Traffic can be rough during r...

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Clara R.

Moving from Cleveland to Carrollton next month

Not sure if this has been asked before, but We have two kids and Crime rate is something to consider — Carrollton sits at 129.1 per 100K. Homes are going for about $353,600 on average. Poverty rate is 5.3%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $99,115 in Carrollton. It's not perfect...

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houstonwalker2023

Co-working spaces in Carrollton?

Just moved here 11 months ago and Rent is about $1,674/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider — Carrollton sits at 129.1 per 100K. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Would love some local perspective. Do...

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Dylan A.

Working remotely from Carrollton — my experience

I've been working remotely from Carrollton for 12 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: pretty reasonable Internet: Decent, getting better with new provider...

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Patricia W.

Working remotely from Carrollton

My family moved here when I was a kid. Crime rate is something to consider — Carrollton sits at 129.1 per 100K. Poverty rate is 5.3%, which is pretty low. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Am I wrong here? It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene whic...

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Cooper H.

Moving from Dallas to Carrollton next month

So, Poverty rate is 5.3%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,674 for rent here. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Should I be concerned? Honestly, I think it's a great ...

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lake_caroline44

Worst things about Carrollton nobody talks about

So, The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The city has invested a lot in new development. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Adeline Davis

Cost of living reality check — Carrollton

I'm single, late 50s, and Rent is about $1,674/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $1,674 for rent here. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Worth the trade-offs? The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown ...

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Jose Jackson

Is Carrollton getting better or worse?

Household incomes average around $99,115 in Carrollton. It's a a mid-size city city with about 133K people. The suburbs are where most families end up. Anyone in a similar situation? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The city has invest...

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Alexa Cooper

Most overrated things about Carrollton

Hi all, My partner and I are The median home value here is around $353,600, which seems about average. Poverty rate is 5.3%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 133K people. Average temperature is around 68°F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $99,115, wh...

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raised_mateo59

Carrollton vs Denver — which is better?

I'm a 42-year-old physical therapist and Median household income is $99,115, which feels pretty solid for the area. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life ...

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madelyn_living

Career opportunities in Carrollton, TX

Random thought, I'm a 33-year-old police officer and It's a a mid-size city city with about 133K people. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up. What are your go-to spots? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Traffic can be ...

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Bryan F.

Starting a business in Carrollton?

Curious what people think. I'm retired and It's a a mid-size city city with about 133K people. Median household income is $99,115, which feels pretty solid for the area. Homes are going for about $353,600 on average. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene wh...

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raised_mateo59

Carrollton vs Miami — which is better?

Hey everyone, I'm originally from Tampa and Household incomes average around $99,115 in Carrollton. Median household income is $99,115, which feels pretty solid for the area. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Has anyone dealt with this? Honestly, I think it's a great plac...

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Olivia G.

Best kept secrets of Carrollton, TX

OK so We're a young couple and Average temperature is around 68°F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a mid-size city city with about 133K people. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Worth the trade-offs?

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Axel W.

Best coffee shops in Carrollton?

First post here. It's a a mid-size city city with about 133K people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Worth the trade-offs?

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Alexa Cooper

Job market in Carrollton for tech?

Hi all, Average temperature is around 68°F, so the weather is moderate. You can expect to pay around $1,674 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Thoughts? Thanks in advance! The weather takes some getting used to. T...

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Olivia G.

Best things about Carrollton that nobody talks about

As a 9-year resident, here are some things about Carrollton that don't make it into the guides: 1. The local music scene is really vibrant 2. Several hidden gem restaurants that rival big city food 3. Cost of living is way better than people think Give it a chance if you're considering it!

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Alexa Cooper

Commute times in Carrollton — how bad?

I'm originally from Raleigh and The median home value here is around $353,600, which seems about average. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Would love some local perspective. TIA! There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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proud_hudson13

What to expect moving to Carrollton?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $99,115, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $353,600, which seems about average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Tr...

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