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Henry Adams
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Day-to-day life in Tyler, TX
Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a teacher here and There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Worth the trade-offs?
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Valentina Richardson
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a accountant who relocated here from Portland about 13 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Nice parks and green spaces
Cons that are real:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Limited shopping options
Financially, we've found it solid compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are stable, gas is tough.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
I'm a accountant who relocated here from Portland about 13 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Nice parks and green spaces
Cons that are real:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Limited shopping options
Financially, we've found it solid compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are stable, gas is tough.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
25 upvotes
Henry
I've lived in South for about 3 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from Boston, I was surprised by traffic. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Strong job market in several industries
- The pet-friendliness scene is decent
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for remote workers. Good luck with whatever you decide..
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from Boston, I was surprised by traffic. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Strong job market in several industries
- The pet-friendliness scene is decent
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for remote workers. Good luck with whatever you decide..
21 upvotes
Olivia Mendoza
Bought a house here in 2016 and I genuinely enjoy living here. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
20 upvotes