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Joshua Morris
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Best industries in McKeesport right now
Not sure if this has been asked before, but I work in energy and People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
2 upvotes
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Elizabeth Patel
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a teacher, 50, moved here 6 years ago from Atlanta. I've lived in South and West, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Diverse dining options
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally tough - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Chain restaurants dominate
2. Bugs and humidity in summer
3. The traffic situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- South: Great for couples. improving vibes, walkable.
- West: 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 Atlanta, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $70K-$150K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. 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.
Background: I'm a teacher, 50, moved here 6 years ago from Atlanta. I've lived in South and West, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Diverse dining options
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally tough - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Chain restaurants dominate
2. Bugs and humidity in summer
3. The traffic situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- South: Great for couples. improving vibes, walkable.
- West: 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 Atlanta, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $70K-$150K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. 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.
35 upvotes
Sebastian Hernandez
Moved here from Seattle about 1 years ago. the quality of life is solid. Still getting used to job market but Feel free to reach out with questions..
34 upvotes
Hannah
lol so true
23 upvotes
Colton Brooks
following this thread
23 upvotes
Jeremiah C.
following this thread
17 upvotes
Linda R.
We moved here with our family and it's not perfect but it works for me. Schools in Downtown area are decent. Kids love it here.
16 upvotes
Leo Taylor
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 14 years ago from LA and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Fairview. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in engineering. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Fairview. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in engineering. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
6 upvotes