Hello, Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What are your go-to spots? Thanks! Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Miles
not my experience at all
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Hudson Reyes
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from LA and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Meadowbrook. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in construction you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Nevaeh Mitchell
as a local I can confirm
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Clara Ramirez
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Compared to LA it's average.
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Julian Turner
haha yep pretty much
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Addison Scott
I've lived in South for about 9 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Strong job market in several industries
- The weather scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Not very walkable outside downtown
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for couples. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Jackson Edwards
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely decent and I've found the quality of life is solid. My neighborhood (Downtown) is reasonable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Raleigh, be prepared for the culture shock. community vibe is completely different here. And Limited public transit options.
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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