Been meaning to ask this. I work in hospitality and Median household income is $120,273, which feels pretty solid for the area. Household incomes average around $120,273 in McKinney. Homes are going for about $439,500 on average. Poverty rate is 4.8%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What are your go-to spots? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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Peyton Ward
We moved here with our family and it's exactly what I was looking for. Schools in West area are hit or miss. Kids love it here.
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Julia Hernandez
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Ella O.
Public transit is surprisingly good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Melanie Sanchez
Used to live on the Cedar Grove side, now on the Maple Ridge side. Completely different vibe. I love the pace of life here.
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Lily W.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a software engineer who relocated here from Dallas about 10 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and work.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Good healthcare facilities
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Not very walkable outside downtown
Financially, we've found it challenging compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are competitive, gas is average.
Socially, I genuinely enjoy living here. No regrets on my end..
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Colton
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a marketing manager, 48, moved here 9 years ago from San Francisco. I've lived in Pine Hills and Cedar Grove, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Friendly community, easy to meet people
2. Good schools in most areas
3. Lots of new development happening
4. The people are generally improving - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Traffic during rush hour is rough
2. Limited shopping options
3. The dating scene situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Pine Hills: Great for remote workers. tough vibes, walkable.
- Cedar Grove: 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 San Francisco, everything felt better than expected. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $70K-$80K 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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Roman Ortiz
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I have mixed feelings honestly. Internet is excellent in most areas.
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Pamela A.
literally same
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Noah Ramirez
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's not perfect but it works for me. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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