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What I wish I knew before living in Mead

Curious what people think. Born and raised here. It's a a small town city with about 7,184 people. Median household income is $76,010, which feels about average for the area. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What do you all think? Cheers. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Lydia Garcia
great question, following
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Reagan Robinson
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value job market, you'll love it. The nightlife is genuinely excellent and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (Cedar Grove) is manageable and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Raleigh, be prepared for the culture shock. pet-friendliness is completely different here. And Nightlife is limited.

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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