Brooklyn Thompson moving Jul 7, 2025

Curious what people think. Poverty rate is 22.2%, which is higher than I expected. Crime rate is something to consider -Ruston sits at 383.8 per 100K. Homes are going for about $226,700 on average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. What would you do? The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

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