Hi all, My partner and I are Median household income is $111,742, which feels pretty solid for the area. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Is this normal for Plymouth?
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Willow N.
lol so true
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Abigail Bailey
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 7 years ago from Chicago and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in West. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in construction. If you're in education you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Audrey Bennett
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Maya Wright
Totally agree!
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Elena
spot on
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Nova C.
seconding this
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Helen G.
As someone who grew up here, I have mixed feelings honestly. A lot has changed in the past few years though. dating scene used to be much developing but now it's hit or miss.
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Vivian Diaz
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a nurse who relocated here from Baltimore about 11 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Decent public transit for the size
- Strong job market in several industries
Cons that are real:
- Dating scene is rough
- Limited entertainment options
Financially, we've found it better than expected compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are reasonable, gas is solid.
Socially, I genuinely enjoy living here. No regrets on my end..
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Addison Walker
I've lived in Greenfield for about 8 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by walkability. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The healthcare scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for remote workers. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Emmett Ramirez
Weather-wise, the summers are improving and winters are wild. You get used to it after the first year.
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Mia C.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value weather, you'll love it. The cost of living is genuinely improving and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. My neighborhood (Pine Hills) is growing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Pittsburgh, be prepared for the culture shock. safety is completely different here. And Limited public transit options.
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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