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Gilroy job market vs Tampa

Hey everyone, Median household income is $131,554, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Gilroy sits at 417.6 per 100K. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up.
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Silas Walker
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Jacob Gray
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is walkability. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Scarlett Williams
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.

I'm a pharmacist who relocated here from Miami about 11 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and cost of living.

Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Decent public transit for the size

Cons that are real:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Can feel isolated

Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are growing, gas is average.

Socially, the quality of life is solid. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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