Considering Cedarburg vs Minneapolis -help me decide
Hi all, My family moved here when I was a kid. Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 12,317, Cedarburg is a small town. Poverty rate is 1.8%, which is pretty low. The suburbs are where most families end up. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Mason Smith
haha yep pretty much
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Maya Nguyen
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Joseph Ramirez
I've been living here for 7 years and I'd say it was the best decision I ever made. The job market is average compared to other places I've lived. Overall Hope this helps!.
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Axel M.
I'm a project manager and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. The community is better than expected and there's always something going on.
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Samuel Y.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a HR manager, 35, moved here 3 years ago from LA. I've lived in The Heights and Pine Hills, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Good schools in most areas
3. Low crime in most neighborhoods
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Chain restaurants dominate
3. The healthcare situation is developing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- The Heights: Great for remote workers. excellent vibes, walkable.
- Pine Hills: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from LA, everything felt hit or miss. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are wild. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $70K-$100K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Axel Mendoza
following this thread
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Jameson T.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 1 years ago from Denver and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Lakewood. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in finance. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Asian.
No regrets on my end..
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Hudson Hall
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is pet-friendliness. the quality of life is solid. Worth doing your research before committing.
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