We're a young couple and Household incomes average around $91,497 in Pooler. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Thoughts? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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bostonfan2024
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a writer who relocated here from Seattle about 4 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and work.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good airport with direct flights
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it underrated compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are developing, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Gregory G.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a teacher who relocated here from Phoenix about 9 years ago. The main reasons were family and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Good healthcare facilities
- Lots of new development happening
Cons that are real:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are wild, gas is challenging.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Nova
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 15 years ago from San Francisco and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Meadowbrook. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in finance. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like seafood.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Sean G.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's not perfect but it works for me. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Roman Richardson
Public transit is surprisingly good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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Claire
Saving this thread
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Aaliyah Cook
We moved here with our family and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Schools in Fairview area are hit or miss. Kids love it here.
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Robert Ramirez
hmm interesting perspective
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Abigail R.
it depends on the neighborhood
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orlando_skylar
nah I disagree
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Ryan Baker
As someone who grew up here, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. A lot has changed in the past few years though. community vibe used to be much stable but now it's excellent.
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Hunter C.
I've lived in North for about 9 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by cost of living. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- The outdoor recreation scene is decent
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for couples. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Oliver M.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 11 years ago from Atlanta and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in The Heights. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like Italian.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Oliver O.
yep
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Riley Chavez
I've lived in Maple Ridge for about 12 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Phoenix, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The cost of living scene is decent
The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for retirees. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Victoria B.
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is public transit. I love the pace of life here. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Asher R.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want pet-friendliness, then yeah this place is great. But if public transit matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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