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Anyone else love living in Lakewood?

Hello, My partner and I are The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 8.2%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Thanks in advance! People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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wild_waylon28
As someone who grew up here, it's exactly what I was looking for. A lot has changed in the past few years though. outdoor recreation used to be much pricey but now it's pretty good.
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Addison Edwards
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.

I'm a nurse who relocated here from Austin about 7 years ago. The main reasons were school and school.

Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Strong job market in several industries
- Diverse dining options

Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Dating scene is rough

Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are pricey, gas is excellent.

Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. Hope this helps!.
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