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 recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Anyone in a similar situation? The weather takes some getting used to. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Victoria Jimenez
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are challenging, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Grace Evans
Weather-wise, the summers are better than expected and winters are reasonable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Bradley H.
I've lived in Lakewood for about 14 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from Salt Lake City, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Close to major attractions
- The walkability scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for young professionals. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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orlandopapa2025
I work in hospitality here and the quality of life is solid. The job market for my field is hit or miss. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Wesley Ramos
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 14 years ago from Baltimore 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 Uptown. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in marketing. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Sophie Anderson
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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