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Ryan Martin qa

How are the schools in Kiryas Joel?

Hello, My partner and I are Homes are going for about $685,800 on average. The unemployment rate is 1.2%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Has anyone dealt with this?
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Bradley B.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 8 years ago from Charlotte and here's my honest breakdown:

Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Uptown. It's better than expected for what you get.

Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in education. If you're in consulting you might struggle.

People: Generally better than expected. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.

Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.

Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Parker Brooks
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.

I'm a electrician who relocated here from Denver about 11 years ago. The main reasons were school and my partner's job.

Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Diverse dining options

Cons that are real:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Road conditions need improvement

Financially, we've found it better than expected compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are established, gas is average.

Socially, it's been a really good experience overall. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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