Been meaning to ask this. I'm a college student here and Crime rate is something to consider -Skowhegan sits at 304.4 per 100K. It's a a small town city with about 6,638 people. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Thoughts?
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Amelia Chavez
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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fresnoguy2021
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is job market. the quality of life is solid. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Aubrey Bennett
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. No regrets on my end..
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aria_soul
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it exceeded my expectations. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Jack Gray
I'm a physical therapist and I've found the quality of life is solid. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
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Grayson
This.
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Leah Hernandez
Weather-wise, the summers are underrated and winters are reasonable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Olivia C.
I've been living here for 14 years and I'd say I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The nightlife is surprisingly good compared to other places I've lived. Overall Hope this helps!.
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Rylee W.
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Rylee
We moved here with our family and the quality of life is solid. Schools in Meadowbrook area are challenging. Kids love it here.
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Daniel Watson
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a real estate agent who relocated here from Charlotte about 7 years ago. The main reasons were family and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Active local events and festivals
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Property taxes are high
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Financially, we've found it decent compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are pricey, gas is excellent.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Avery Jones
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are underrated, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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