Alright, Median household income is $53,115, which feels on the lower side for the area. Rent is about $957/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $53,115 in Plymouth. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Is this normal for Plymouth? Looking forward to hearing from you all. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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Lillian C.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a accountant who relocated here from Atlanta about 10 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Homeless population growing downtown
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are stable, gas is challenging.
Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Jeremiah S.
spot on
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Cora
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a sales manager who relocated here from LA about 4 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and a job opportunity.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good airport with direct flights
Cons that are real:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Property taxes are high
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are reasonable, gas is improving.
Socially, it's not perfect but it works for me. No regrets on my end..
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Levi
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Charlotte 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 Pine Hills. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in legal. If you're in construction you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 10 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Southern.
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