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Remote worker thinking about Lancaster
Hey folks, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and With a population of 40,902, Lancaster is a smaller city.
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omaha_aaron
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is pet-friendliness. it was the best decision I ever made. Worth doing your research before committing.
32 upvotes
Reagan Wright
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Sebastian Morales
As someone who grew up here, I'm still on the fence after all this time. A lot has changed in the past few years though. cultural scene used to be much stable but now it's average.
18 upvotes
Joshua Evans
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 3 years ago from LA and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Meadowbrook. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in government. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: solid. Tons of options if you like Italian.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Meadowbrook. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in government. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: solid. Tons of options if you like Italian.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
17 upvotes
Josiah Wright
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it was the best decision I ever made. Internet is surprisingly good in most areas.
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Evan F.
The food scene here is improving. Tons of great Italian places. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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Liam Wright
I've lived in East for about 3 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Pittsburgh, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Affordable housing options
- The food scene scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for families. Hope this helps!.
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Pittsburgh, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Affordable housing options
- The food scene scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for families. Hope this helps!.
9 upvotes