Alright, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and It's a a mid-size city city with about 101K people. With a population of 101K, New Bedford is a mid-size city. Rent is about $1,085/month for a decent place. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The suburbs are where most families end up. Am I wrong here? The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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Lily Davis
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem solid.
I've been here 3 years and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The North side vs the Uptown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Zoey
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value public transit, you'll love it. The outdoor recreation is genuinely average and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. My neighborhood (Midtown) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Nashville, be prepared for the culture shock. dating scene is completely different here. And Can feel isolated.
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.
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raised_ezra68
Public transit is pretty good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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