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Is New Haven worth it salary-wise?

Longtime lurker here, With a population of 133K, New Haven is a mid-size city. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Any help is appreciated. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Brielle H.
Came here for cost of living and stayed because the quality of life is solid. The walkability is honestly hit or miss and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Riley Robinson
Hot take but there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. I know a lot of people disagree but after 3 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Gianna Lee
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value healthcare, you'll love it. The housing market is genuinely solid and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. My neighborhood (Sunset) is competitive and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Miami, be prepared for the culture shock. safety is completely different here. And Not very walkable outside downtown.

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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