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What I wish I knew before living in Merced

Alright, Been living here since 2011. The unemployment rate is 7.6%, which is concerning. The suburbs are where most families end up. Let me know your thoughts. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Maria W.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem solid.

I've been here 9 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is dating scene. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.

That said, the public transit is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is excellent.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Highland side vs the Sunset side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.

Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Naomi Nguyen
Used to live on the Pine Hills side, now on the Oak Park side. Completely different vibe. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Jose R.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.

I've been here 7 years and it was the best decision I ever made. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.

That said, the traffic is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is underrated.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Eastside side vs the Fairview side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.

Happy to answer more specific questions..
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