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Gianna Brown
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How are the schools in Metairie?
First post here. The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. Is this normal for Metairie?
53 upvotes
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Delilah
I work in real estate here and it was the best decision I ever made. The job market for my field is average. Happy to answer more specific questions..
20 upvotes
Autumn Ortiz
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a software engineer who relocated here from New York about 7 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Four distinct seasons
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Property taxes are high
Financially, we've found it solid compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are affordable, gas is pretty good.
Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Definitely worth checking out..
I'm a software engineer who relocated here from New York about 7 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Four distinct seasons
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Property taxes are high
Financially, we've found it solid compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are affordable, gas is pretty good.
Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Definitely worth checking out..
14 upvotes
Leo James
I've lived in Lakewood for about 4 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's not perfect but it works for me. When I first moved here from Pittsburgh, I was surprised by nightlife. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Decent public transit for the size
- The pet-friendliness scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for young professionals. Definitely worth checking out..
it's not perfect but it works for me. When I first moved here from Pittsburgh, I was surprised by nightlife. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Decent public transit for the size
- The pet-friendliness scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for young professionals. Definitely worth checking out..
6 upvotes
nycchef2022
I've lived in Oak Park for about 4 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- The traffic scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for retirees. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- The traffic scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for retirees. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
4 upvotes