Jeremy C. best-worst Dec 6, 2025

Born and raised here. Poverty rate is 7.9%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 68--F, so the weather is moderate. Crime rate is something to consider -Tyler sits at 375.3 per 100K. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs are where most families end up. Is this normal for Tyler? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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