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Lori C.
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Biggest downsides of living in West Livingston?
So, I'm a college student here and Poverty rate is 20.8%, which is higher than I expected. Median household income is $57,600, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $57,600 in West Livingston. Homes are going for about $111,400 on average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new development. The weather takes some getting used to.
Pros:
- Good job market
- Friendly people
- Good schools
- Good healthcare facilities
- Plenty of shopping options
Cons:
- Cold winters
- Boring for young people
- Homelessness issues downtown
- Not enough green space
What neighborhoods would you suggest? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
Pros:
- Good job market
- Friendly people
- Good schools
- Good healthcare facilities
- Plenty of shopping options
Cons:
- Cold winters
- Boring for young people
- Homelessness issues downtown
- Not enough green space
What neighborhoods would you suggest? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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