So, With a population of 50,393, Newark is a smaller city. Household incomes average around $58,920 in Newark. The unemployment rate is 2.1%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 50,393 people. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Thoughts? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Camila Jones
My experience has been mostly positive. it's exactly what I was looking for. The only thing I'd watch out for is job market. Other than that, It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Deborah R.
+1
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Scarlett G.
My experience has been mostly positive. I genuinely enjoy living here. The only thing I'd watch out for is community vibe. Other than that, No regrets on my end..
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Lucy Clark
same here
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nora_walker
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.
I've been here 1 years and I genuinely enjoy living here. The thing nobody mentions is nightlife. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into kayaking, this place is pretty good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
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real_bennett82
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a pharmacist who relocated here from Houston about 6 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good schools in most areas
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Road conditions need improvement
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are established, gas is pretty good.
Socially, it exceeded my expectations. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Gloria B.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem solid.
I've been here 13 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is dating scene. It's affordable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cost of living is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The South side vs the North side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Leonardo M.
Moved here from Raleigh about 7 years ago. the quality of life is solid. Still getting used to traffic but Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Landon M.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from Atlanta and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Meadowbrook. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in construction. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 3 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Hope this helps!.
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minneapolisrider2026
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Internet is decent in most areas.
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