NolaTiger11

I've been here 2 1/2 years and LOVE Minneapolis! I'm a NOLA native and got here after graduating from LSU and then living in the Carolinas.

-which suburbs would you recommend, job is in downtown Minneapolis.
**I live in the Uptown area, but St. Louis Park or the Lake Nokomis are are really nice, and I absolutely love the edgy young professional scene of Uptown/Lynlake.

-Cost of living is higher, but another things to consider?
**I think it balances out. It's not insanely expensive and the jobs here pay way better than down South. Taxes hurt but there are so many resources and networks that you can save in other places (transportation is awesome, farmers markets for food, lots of free fests and entertainment, etc.)

-Things/activities you recommend?
**Too long to type. I've done something new every month since being here.

-Minneapolis side or St. Paul side?
**Depends on if you want to be near the city of fun AND work (MPLS) or the quiet older city (St. Paul)