Hello, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Median household income is $85,002, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $1,572/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 128K people. With a population of 128K, Lewisville is a mid-size city. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
Pros:
- Growing food scene
- Low crime in most areas
- Walkable downtown
Cons:
- Limited dining options
- Boring for young people
- Limited cultural events
Thoughts? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Caleb Johnson
Hot take but it exceeded my expectations. I know a lot of people disagree but after 2 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Ariana
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem average.
I've been here 10 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is housing market. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cultural scene is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Greenfield side vs the East side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
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Paisley D.
We moved here with our family and the quality of life is solid. Schools in Highland area are excellent. Kids love it here.
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Samuel
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a teacher, 29, moved here 2 years ago from Houston. I've lived in Meadowbrook and Cedar Grove, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Strong job market in several industries
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Not a lot of cultural diversity
3. The cultural scene situation is established and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Meadowbrook: Great for remote workers. pretty good vibes, walkable.
- Cedar Grove: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Houston, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $80K-$130K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Skylar
100%
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Sofia
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Internet is hit or miss in most areas.
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Xavier
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value food scene, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely challenging and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. My neighborhood (Uptown) is manageable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from San Diego, be prepared for the culture shock. cultural scene is completely different here. And Summers can be brutally hot.
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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