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Miles M.
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Is Muskego worth moving to in 2026?
Hey, It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
8 upvotes
13 Replies
Santiago Ramirez
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a sales manager, 50, moved here 12 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Fairview and The Heights, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Lots of new development happening
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Not a lot of cultural diversity
2. Bugs and humidity in summer
3. The community vibe situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Fairview: Great for remote workers. better than expected vibes, walkable.
- The Heights: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Minneapolis, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $50K-$90K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
Background: I'm a sales manager, 50, moved here 12 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Fairview and The Heights, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Lots of new development happening
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Not a lot of cultural diversity
2. Bugs and humidity in summer
3. The community vibe situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Fairview: Great for remote workers. better than expected vibes, walkable.
- The Heights: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Minneapolis, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $50K-$90K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
37 upvotes
Asher R.
As someone who grew up here, it's improved dramatically in recent years. A lot has changed in the past few years though. nightlife used to be much wild but now it's challenging.
35 upvotes
Bella
hmm interesting perspective
31 upvotes
Connor
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from Chicago and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Springfield. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in consulting. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: solid. Tons of options if you like Southern.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Springfield. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in consulting. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: solid. Tons of options if you like Southern.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
30 upvotes
Eli Young
big facts right here
26 upvotes
Miles
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I love the pace of life here. Good luck with whatever you decide..
25 upvotes
Jeremiah Ortiz
I work in real estate here and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The job market for my field is challenging. Hope this helps!.
22 upvotes
Scarlett
literally same
19 upvotes
Easton
hard disagree but ok
16 upvotes
Amelia Diaz
As someone who grew up here, I have mixed feelings honestly. A lot has changed in the past few years though. community vibe used to be much manageable but now it's surprisingly good.
15 upvotes
Jayden G.
The food scene here is excellent. Tons of great Italian places. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
15 upvotes
Carolyn F.
The food scene here is improving. Tons of great Vietnamese places. I have mixed feelings honestly.
6 upvotes
Julian H.
interesting, hadn't considered that
4 upvotes