Anyone else feel this way? My family moved here when I was a kid. Crime rate is something to consider — Waco sits at 571.2 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $1,098 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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Nevaeh Richardson
wish I knew this sooner
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Sebastian W.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 15 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Springfield. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Carter Harris
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 11 years ago from Atlanta and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Springfield. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in engineering. If you're in hospitality you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: solid. Tons of options if you like sushi.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Kennedy C.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a marketing manager who relocated here from Seattle about 14 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and work.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good schools in most areas
- Good healthcare facilities
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are manageable, gas is better than expected.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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