Been meaning to ask this. With a population of 3,492, Welch is a small town. The median home value here is around $56,500, which is actually reasonable. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Is this normal for Welch?
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Xavier Reed
wish I knew this sooner
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Silas
Can confirm, been here 9 years.
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omahachef2024
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a pharmacist, 43, moved here 10 years ago from Baltimore. I've lived in Eastside and The Heights, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Great outdoor activities nearby
2. Friendly community, easy to meet people
3. Strong job market in several industries
4. The people are generally excellent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Property taxes are high
3. The healthcare situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Eastside: Great for singles. improving vibes, walkable.
- The Heights: 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 Baltimore, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are established. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $60K-$130K here.
**Final verdict:**
Hope this helps!. 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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Thomas Garcia
As someone who grew up here, I have mixed feelings honestly. A lot has changed in the past few years though. cost of living used to be much stable but now it's tough.
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Luna F.
Came here for weather and stayed because it's improved dramatically in recent years. The traffic is honestly underrated and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Bennett Phillips
I work in finance here and it's not perfect but it works for me. The job market for my field is decent. Definitely worth checking out..
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Ezekiel C.
bump
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Ella
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.
I've been here 2 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is public transit. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the school system is legit. And if you're into mountain biking, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the The Heights side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Emma
I've lived in Meadowbrook for about 6 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from Seattle, I was surprised by public transit. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Decent public transit for the size
- The food scene scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Homeless population growing downtown
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for families. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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