Hey everyone, The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 11.0%, which is around average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Hailey Howard
Hot take but I genuinely enjoy living here. I know a lot of people disagree but after 2 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Isaiah
I've been living here for 7 years and I'd say the quality of life is solid. The public transit is solid compared to other places I've lived. Overall Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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savannah_mind
I've lived in Meadowbrook for about 3 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from Minneapolis, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The community vibe scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Not very walkable outside downtown
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for retirees. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Harper H.
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Cooper Sanchez
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a marketing manager who relocated here from Boston about 4 years ago. The main reasons were work and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Lots of new development happening
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Limited entertainment options
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are manageable, gas is solid.
Socially, it's not perfect but it works for me. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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