Hey, I grew up here but left for a while. Household incomes average around $79,715 in Taunton. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What neighborhoods would you suggest?
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Gabriel Brown
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 11 years ago from Houston and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Riverside. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in construction. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 4 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: solid. Tons of options if you like Southern.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Julian
Weather-wise, the summers are hit or miss and winters are reasonable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Aaron Smith
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. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Everett Peterson
Moved here from Atlanta about 6 years ago. I have mixed feelings honestly. Still getting used to community vibe but Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Brielle Smith
couldn't agree more
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Ariana T.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value nightlife, you'll love it. The food scene is genuinely underrated and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. My neighborhood (Eastside) is affordable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from San Diego, be prepared for the culture shock. job market is completely different here. And Nightlife is limited.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Logan Ortiz
Hot take but I genuinely enjoy living here. I know a lot of people disagree but after 1 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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William
literally same
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Christian M.
Hot take but it's improved dramatically in recent years. I know a lot of people disagree but after 10 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Gabriel K.
Weather-wise, the summers are underrated and winters are reasonable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Isabella Green
following this thread
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Julian Adams
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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Dylan C.
Can confirm, been here 2 years.
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Luke Sanchez
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a sales manager, 42, moved here 10 years ago from Salt Lake City. I've lived in Greenfield and Springfield, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good healthcare facilities
2. Decent public transit for the size
3. Close to major attractions
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Rising rent and home prices
2. Can feel isolated
3. The pet-friendliness situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Greenfield: Great for singles. decent vibes, walkable.
- Springfield: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Salt Lake City, everything felt solid. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are affordable. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $70K-$140K here.
**Final verdict:**
Happy to answer more specific questions.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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raised_aiden84
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I have mixed feelings honestly. Internet is pretty good in most areas.
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minneapolislife2024
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want traffic, then yeah this place is great. But if housing market matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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