Anyone else feel this way? I'm retired and Household incomes average around $120,273 in McKinney. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Lucy M.
wish I knew this sooner
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Isabella J.
Can confirm, been here 5 years.
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John Castillo
The food scene here is underrated. Tons of great Mediterranean places. the quality of life is solid.
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Delilah Robinson
Came here for my partner's job and stayed because it exceeded my expectations. The food scene is honestly challenging and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Adrian Garcia
nah I disagree
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Wesley Taylor
As someone who grew up here, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. A lot has changed in the past few years though. public transit used to be much stable but now it's hit or miss.
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Ryan Harris
this is the way
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Stella
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a real estate agent who relocated here from San Francisco about 14 years ago. The main reasons were weather and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Active local events and festivals
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited high-paying job options
Financially, we've found it hit or miss compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are competitive, gas is decent.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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William Reed
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value nightlife, you'll love it. The school system is genuinely excellent and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. My neighborhood (Maple Ridge) is manageable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from San Francisco, be prepared for the culture shock. public transit is completely different here. And Summers can be brutally hot.
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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river_jeremiah43
Used to live on the Uptown side, now on the South side. Completely different vibe. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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Caleb Cooper
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it exceeded my expectations. Internet is decent in most areas.
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