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Santiago James
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Cost of living reality check -Mill Neck
With a population of 1,245, Mill Neck is a small town. The weather takes some getting used to.
9 upvotes
11 Replies
Anna Gomez
Moved here from Nashville about 15 years ago. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Still getting used to cultural scene but Hope this helps!.
38 upvotes
Wyatt Wright
Public transit is decent here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
34 upvotes
Asher
this is the way
30 upvotes
William Sanchez
I've lived in Maple Ridge for about 5 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from San Diego, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The dating scene scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for couples. No regrets on my end..
the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from San Diego, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The dating scene scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for couples. No regrets on my end..
25 upvotes
Ian Alvarez
thanks for sharing
23 upvotes
Santiago Lopez
I'm a pharmacist and I've found I love the pace of life here. The community is pretty good and there's always something going on.
16 upvotes
Everett Mitchell
I'm a HR manager and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. The community is challenging and there's always something going on.
7 upvotes
Oliver Stewart
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value weather, you'll love it. The healthcare is genuinely average and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (Uptown) is reasonable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Austin, be prepared for the culture shock. job market is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
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.
If you value weather, you'll love it. The healthcare is genuinely average and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (Uptown) is reasonable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Austin, be prepared for the culture shock. job market is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
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.
5 upvotes
Serenity H.
it depends on the neighborhood
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Austin P.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a electrician who relocated here from San Diego about 12 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and a job opportunity.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good internet infrastructure
- Affordable housing options
- Good airport with direct flights
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Limited high-paying job options
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are manageable, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, it exceeded my expectations. Feel free to reach out with questions..
I'm a electrician who relocated here from San Diego about 12 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and a job opportunity.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good internet infrastructure
- Affordable housing options
- Good airport with direct flights
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Limited high-paying job options
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are manageable, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, it exceeded my expectations. Feel free to reach out with questions..
3 upvotes
Sadie Nguyen
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Compared to Nashville it's improving.
1 upvotes