OK so I'm retired and With a population of 59,605, Youngstown is a smaller city. Median household income is $34,746, which feels on the lower side for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 59,605 people. The city has invested a lot in new development. The food scene here is surprisingly good. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Emily Taylor
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Nathan Thomas
Moved here from Phoenix about 9 years ago. I have mixed feelings honestly. Still getting used to cultural scene but Hope this helps!.
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Audrey
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are tough, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Everett Edwards
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a nurse who relocated here from New York about 6 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Decent public transit for the size
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are developing, gas is excellent.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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