Been meaning to ask this. We have two kids and With a population of 17,669, Norcross is a small town. Crime rate is something to consider -Norcross sits at 586.7 per 100K. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The city has invested a lot in new development. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Keith R.
I'm a lawyer and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. The community is hit or miss and there's always something going on.
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Wyatt Rogers
Bought a house here in 2024 and the quality of life is solid. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Jaxon Hernandez
underrated comment
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Noah Carter
We moved here with our family and it exceeded my expectations. Schools in Uptown area are underrated. Kids love it here.
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samuel_life
Totally agree!
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Lucas King
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem challenging.
I've been here 4 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is healthcare. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cost of living is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Pine Hills side vs the Old Town side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Skylar Kelly
We moved here with our family and it was the best decision I ever made. Schools in Highland area are decent. Kids love it here.
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Lori B.
great question, following
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Linda A.
big facts right here
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Quinn Brown
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value dating scene, you'll love it. The job market is genuinely tough and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (Old Town) is growing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from LA, be prepared for the culture shock. traffic is completely different here. And Rising rent and home prices.
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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Quinn Castillo
Came here for school and stayed because the quality of life is solid. The job market is honestly tough and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Logan Ramirez
My experience has been mostly positive. I'm still on the fence after all this time. The only thing I'd watch out for is housing market. Other than that, Happy to answer more specific questions..
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