Poverty rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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James Nguyen
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem improving.
I've been here 7 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's pricey and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into golfing, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the Lakewood side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Gabriella Edwards
noted, appreciate it
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Joseph Ross
I work in government here and I have mixed feelings honestly. The job market for my field is hit or miss. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Maya Peterson
as a local I can confirm
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Leah Rivera
yeah no that's not right
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Katherine P.
glad someone said it
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Sarah J.
Bought a house here in 2019 and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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Eva Murphy
Hot take but it's exactly what I was looking for. I know a lot of people disagree but after 5 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Olivia Reed
not my experience at all
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Alexander Bennett
haha yep pretty much
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Hazel R.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a electrician who relocated here from Pittsburgh about 2 years ago. The main reasons were family and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good airport with direct flights
Cons that are real:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Limited entertainment options
Financially, we've found it hit or miss compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are manageable, gas is improving.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Definitely worth checking out..
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Mateo W.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.
I've been here 10 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is public transit. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is decent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Uptown side vs the The Heights side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Robert
I'm a marketing manager and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. The community is challenging and there's always something going on.
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