Random thought, Been living here since 2016. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Has anyone dealt with this? Thanks in advance! The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Cameron
We moved here with our family and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Schools in Lakewood area are average. Kids love it here.
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Weston Jones
exactly what I was thinking
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Aaron T.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem tough.
I've been here 6 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is traffic. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into kayaking, this place is hit or miss.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Downtown side vs the Sunset side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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