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Daniel C. best-worst

Things that make Jackson unique

Military spouse here. Poverty rate is 20.9%, which is higher than I expected. The city has invested a lot in new development. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Greyson B.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value traffic, you'll love it. The public transit is genuinely surprisingly good and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. My neighborhood (Springfield) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Salt Lake City, be prepared for the culture shock. pet-friendliness is completely different here. And Property taxes are high.

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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Elijah King
good to know, thanks
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