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Stephen H.
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Is Medford still affordable?
OK so Poverty rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. With a population of 59,062, Medford is a smaller city. Rent is about $2,477/month for a decent place. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
Pros:
- Great weather
- Good job market
- Good healthcare facilities
- Plenty of shopping options
Cons:
- Traffic can be terrible
- Limited public transit
- Poor road conditions
- Far from major airports
Worth the trade-offs? The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The city has invested a lot in new development. The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to.
Pros:
- Great weather
- Good job market
- Good healthcare facilities
- Plenty of shopping options
Cons:
- Traffic can be terrible
- Limited public transit
- Poor road conditions
- Far from major airports
Worth the trade-offs? The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The city has invested a lot in new development. The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to.
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