OK so Poverty rate is 11.3%, which is around average. Crime rate is something to consider -Tamarac sits at 278.5 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up. Worth the trade-offs? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. 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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angel_local
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from Baltimore about 13 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Urban sprawl is real
Financially, we've found it hit or miss compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are affordable, gas is tough.
Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Jace Davis
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. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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