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Aiden Brooks moving

Considering Haslett vs Los Angeles -help me decide

Hi all, I relocated for work and Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,083 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Would love some local perspective. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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ruby_life
I work in retail here and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The job market for my field is pretty good. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Julia Torres
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value food scene, you'll love it. The school system is genuinely surprisingly good and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. My neighborhood (Uptown) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Houston, be prepared for the culture shock. outdoor recreation is completely different here. And Not very walkable outside downtown.

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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