What BestPlaces Users Say about Cary
Cary, North Carolina is a popular city known for its high quality of life, top-rated schools, and strong economy. With a population of over 170,000, it is a diverse and rapidly growing community. Many people are drawn to Cary for its favorable climate, low crime rates, and abundance of job opportunities. However, as with any place, there are both positive and negative aspects to living in Cary. To gain a better understanding of what it's like to call Cary home, let's take a look at some user reviews from BestPlaces.net.
One user, named Samantha, raves about the family-friendly atmosphere in Cary, saying "Cary is a great place to raise a family. There are so many parks and activities for kids, and the schools are top notch." She goes on to mention the abundance of family-friendly events and the overall sense of community in the city.
On the other hand, a user named John shares his dissatisfaction with the cost of living in Cary, stating "Housing costs are high and continue to rise. It's getting harder and harder for young families to afford to live here." This sentiment is echoed by many other reviewers who mention the high cost of housing and other expenses in Cary.
Another user, Maria, praises the city for its job opportunities, saying "Cary has a booming economy and there are plenty of job opportunities in a variety of industries." She also notes the city's proximity to the Research Triangle Park, a major hub for technology and research companies.
However, not everyone is impressed with the job market in Cary. A reviewer named David expresses frustration with the lack of diversity in job options, saying "The job market is limited to primarily tech and healthcare. It's difficult for those in other industries to find employment here."
Overall, it seems that the majority of users have positive experiences living in Cary, with its strong economy, family-friendly environment, and excellent schools being major draws. However, the high cost of living and limited job options in certain industries are valid concerns for those considering a move to this city.
based on 63 ReviewsGet to know Cary with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Cary
The place beats any stereotype one might have abou - 5/24/2006
Moved here from Seattle and never looked back. Just love it here: people, climate, proximity to the ocean and the mountains, how green this place is, the educational opportunities (three Top 100 colleges within a 1/2 hour drive). It helps that the cost of living is very moderate as
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Cary's Population - 5/22/2006
I love your book "Best Places To Raise A Family". But you have Cary's population wrong. There are over 100,000 people in Cary. Was the population you listed for Cary just for the 27513 zip code?
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questions about relocating - 5/18/2006
1)Is there public transportation? I'm not planning on ever owning a car, or even getting my license for that matter! ..So I need to be in walking distance of everything I plan to go to, or I need affordable transportation!
2)Are nice apartments that aren't too costly hard to find? All I need is a little one-bedroom for myself, but don't want to spend more than $650-$700 a month.
3)Are there actual nice malls with NICE stores ie Express, American Eagle, etc..?
4)Are there ever worries of tornadoes or hurricanes?
5)How far is the drive to the ocean?
6)How is the job market for elementary school (esp. preschool) teachers?
Thanks! I'll keep checking back here for replies, or you can email me at atvingiscool@yahoo.com
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"Any Town", USA - 4/28/2006
My family and I moved from New England to Cary a couple of years ago. We were drawn by its favorable rankings in the press, and to escape the long Northern winters.
The town is pleasant, with friendly neighbors, decent schools (for the South) and nice weather. Like most places, Cary has some issues to consider prior to packing up the U-Haul.
1) Lack of defined character. If you remember the old Hanna-Barbera cartoons with the characters running past a repeating backdrop, you've seen Cary. Eckerds, Walgreens, major chain restaurants and supermarkets all repeat in a smorgasborg of franchising frenzy. Adding to the mix, building codes require homogeneous facades and landscaping so you'll regularly find yourself lost for the first few months. If you're looking for some Southern charm, there is the "Old Cary" area, comprised of several square blocks of the oldest homes (mostly tiny brick ranches and 60's split levels), which cluster around a quaint
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Cary, NC SChools, etc. - 4/27/2006
I am a NC native having moved to Cary about 8 years ago to be closer to work at downtown Raleigh. Cary is not as diverse as other areas (i.e Durham), but there are differences in areas within Cary. The older neighborhoods (where we live) were established as a Raleigh bedroom communities several decades ago tend to have longer-term residents, many from NC. The newer subdivisions on the west side are primarily transplants working at the Research Triangle Park with a lot more turnover and a result tend to have less of the benefits of North Carolina culture/sense of place. Schools here are ranked well for NC, which historically has had terrible pre-college education, so I am not sure what that means. A real negative for me is that most NC school systems are county only based (in contrast to Virginia). Because Wake county is HUGE, there may be school choices (magnet, etc.), but long busing is rampant and there is little community feel to the local schools (kids going every direction). Our
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schools - 3/25/2006
Hi...my husband and i are considering relocating to the Apex/Cary area. We are very interested in the Catholic schools, but are realizing it may be difficult to get our kids in. Any info on the catholic schools? Any info on which town or area to live in for the public schools? My husband was thinking Cary if we go public schools. I've heard the public schools are excellent. Anyone out there with any information that would help...i would greatly appreciate it.
Thanks,
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feedback on Cary for K - 2/16/2006
K---pros: Cary is one of the safest communities in the U.S., it is clean, it is suburbia, lots of trees and well manicured vegetation, great outdoor ampitheatre, charming downtown, good schools, close to Raleigh for more cultural options, should have no trouble finding work--lots of jobs--would guess that distribution would not be a problem---lots of job and population growth, guessing it is largely Republican. Housing in the area has not yet spun out of control although Cary is pricey for the area. Lots of strict building restrictions. Weather is mild but humid in Summer--wind rarely blows. trees give it a "bug in a rug" feel. Great Parks and greenway system. Streets well maintained and wide. Good dining options. great golf courses.
Cons: Some traffic congestion in shopping areas and interstate commutes, area hard to navigate initially (i.e. confusing) because all buildings and blocks look the same (not a grid either), it is white and wealthy in general. Lots of franchises but
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Moving to Cary/Pros and Cons? - 2/16/2006
My family and I are considering moving to Cary. Can anyone give pros and cons? My husband in in Distribution, any jobs in the close area for that type of work or is it all research and tech? Traffic, living, things to do,
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Reply to Anne, and differences from Miami to Cary, - 2/8/2006
Anne, you are very welcome. Cary is really a nice area. The only thing I don't like is the very high state income taxes, 8%, on top of your Federal taxes. Ouch!! Otherwise it's very nice place and the cost of living overall is less than Phoenix or Miami.
As for Miami and what is different here in Cary, NC.. EVERYTHING is different!! The people, the weather, the scenery, the lifestyle, the traffic (or lack thereof).. There is no comparison to Miami or Phoenix here. All three of these locations are unique from one another.
Oddly enough, though I have only just moved out here in Dec., today I received a perm job offer back home with a huge national corporation in Austin, TX. and they matched what I am getting paid here. So I'm heading back home to TX the first of March. Afterall, Austin is ranked as one of the top 10 places to live in the US, low cost of living, no state income tax, in the Texas Hill Country, and is known as the Music Capitol of the World.
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Thanks for the info! - 2/3/2006
Yeah I really like Az to but I've been here for yrs from NY and ready for a change soon. We have made a nice amount of money here in Real Estate and could live nicely in NC and the jobs seem plentiful and well paying. Can you write again in a few months and let me know if you still like it or if you come across anything else that would be helpful info. Thanks again for your
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