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10 discussions from residents and visitors

Matthew Garcia

Quick question about McAlester

OK so I'm retired and Homes are going for about $137,500 on average. Poverty rate is 17.5%, which is higher than I expected. Crime rate is something to consider -McAlester sits at 554.9 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know ...

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Ezra Reed

McAlester is underrated, change my mind

Curious what people think. I work in retail and You can expect to pay around $906 for rent here. Household incomes average around $48,044 in McAlester. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. ...

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Leo Watson

Thinking about relocating to McAlester from Tampa

You can expect to pay around $906 for rent here. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What do you all think? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a hug...

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Lisa W.

Commute times in McAlester -how bad?

Anyone else feel this way? Median household income is $48,044, which feels on the lower side for the area. Homes are going for about $137,500 on average. Household incomes average around $48,044 in McAlester. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Downtown has improved a lot in recen...

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Matthew Garcia

Weekend activities in McAlester?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Been living here since 2009. Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $137,500 on average. The median home value here is around $137,500, which is actually reasonable. Honestly, I think it's a great place i...

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Hunter Ward

Is McAlester worth it salary-wise?

Hey everyone, Military spouse here. Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate.

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Matthew Garcia

McAlester quality of life -am I missing something?

Hey, Median household income is $48,044, which feels on the lower side for the area. Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Am I wrong here? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge...

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