First post here. My family moved here when I was a kid. With a population of 32,196, Maryville is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Maryville sits at 149.6 per 100K. Median household income is $79,340, which feels about average for the area. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Thoughts? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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Mackenzie Lopez
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a physical therapist, 29, moved here 15 years ago from Denver. I've lived in Sunset and Lakewood, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Friendly community, easy to meet people
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally excellent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Not a lot of cultural diversity
3. The walkability situation is established and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Sunset: Great for singles. decent vibes, walkable.
- Lakewood: 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 Denver, everything felt better than expected. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $80K-$150K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. 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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Steven J.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I have mixed feelings honestly. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Tyler M.
+1
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John Evans
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a electrician who relocated here from Atlanta about 6 years ago. The main reasons were work and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Four distinct seasons
- Close to major attractions
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Can feel isolated
Financially, we've found it underrated compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are pricey, gas is solid.
Socially, I genuinely enjoy living here. No regrets on my end..
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tulsa_elena
been saying this for years
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Nova
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 3 years ago from Nashville and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Midtown. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in legal. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
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