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Peyton Myers
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Cost of living reality check -Taunton
Not sure if this has been asked before, but Crime rate is something to consider -Taunton sits at 380.5 per 100K. Homes are going for about $388,200 on average. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $79,715 in Taunton. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
Pros:
- Great weather
- Low crime in most areas
- Easy commute
- Walkable downtown
- Active local events
Cons:
- Hot summers
- Limited dining options
- Not enough green space
Is this normal for Taunton? The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The weather takes some getting used to. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to.
Pros:
- Great weather
- Low crime in most areas
- Easy commute
- Walkable downtown
- Active local events
Cons:
- Hot summers
- Limited dining options
- Not enough green space
Is this normal for Taunton? The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The weather takes some getting used to. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to.
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