Hi all, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Household incomes average around $55,015 in Fulton. Poverty rate is 8.5%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Am I wrong here?
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Deborah R.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The pet-friendliness is genuinely pretty good and I've found I genuinely enjoy living here. My neighborhood (Springfield) is competitive and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from LA, be prepared for the culture shock. school system is completely different here. And Rising rent and home prices.
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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Levi Evans
great question, following
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Elijah Davis
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a writer who relocated here from Chicago about 4 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and a job opportunity.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Nice parks and green spaces
Cons that are real:
- Property taxes are high
- Can feel isolated
Financially, we've found it underrated compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are growing, gas is solid.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Feel free to reach out with questions..