Depends on some things. 

Are you expecting a city to mean that you don't need to have a car to get around? If so, Worcester isn't what you're looking for. The transit system is very lackluster, and it usually takes about an hour to get from one place to another without being lucky enough to find two places on the same bus route. That's pretty typical of most of the US though, so if you insist on great transit your options are going to be very limited. 

Are you looking for a job IN the city? Depending on the type of work you are looking for it may be hard to find work in the city proper, though generally there are plenty of opportunities within a 30-45 minute commute regardless. Really, employment is something I'd advise you get sorted before committing to the move anyway. 

Massachusetts as a whole leans pretty liberal, but central MA in particular is probably the most conservative region of it. It's less true of Worcester itself, more the surrounding towns. You'll still run into plenty of people who agree with you politically, just don’t expect to never run into a Trump supporter here because of the overall reputation Massachusetts has.

We have some of the most severe winters in the state, so that's something to be prepared for as well.

Other than those concerns it's a decent city, above average in terms of social events, music venues, outdoor spaces, cool restaurants, etc. If you like baseball we have a shiny new ballpark.

I have many friends who have made the opposite move and they’re shocked by how easy it is to make friends down where you are. My greatest advice to you for making friends in MA is to join a sports league, a CrossFit gym, or frequent a bar.

I moved here from cali. I personally love worcester. People are up tight at first and need to warm up to you at first imo. It’s not normal to say hi to a stranger in all of the northeast part of the US. There’s plenty of social events.

You may struggle to adjust with the 4 seasons. Cost of living is significantly increasing. I’m an electrician so my pay wage is following, I don’t know what you do for work but just make sure you’re able to provide for yourself. Construction wages are going up. And there’s also amazing and terrible parts of worcester like everywhere else

I’m moving into a 350 sq ft studio for $925. You can find some studios or 1 bedrooms in the 1k -$1200 range on sites like Zillow and Trulia but they go super fast. If you don’t mind having roommates you should be able to find something for under $900.

The metered spots downtown are $1.50 minimum for an hour I think. You used to be able to just put a quarter in for 15 minutes or so but they changed it when it went digital. The municipal garages allow free parking during snowstorms for a certain time period to help clear the roads.

The weather sucks and proximity to Boston has made the property values high despite not having a ton of opportunity unless you want to commute to the Boston area. I moved out to the Springfield area and like it more. Springfield is kind of a shit hole don't get me wrong but the surrounding towns are nice and property is somewhat affordable here in comparison to Worcester.

NYC transplant over 42 yrs….I’m happy here…City has so many different neighborhoods…as a young professional (you), I would definitely visit first & check it out. Beautiful mountains & ocean close by. Definitely lockdown your career 1st. As any city, we’re not perfect in terms of crime, etc…but better than Springfield & Boston. I highly recommend Woostah!

Definitely different than South Florida! But it's a good place if you're looking to move to New England!

What kind of social things are you looking for? If you're going to have a car, it's very convenient place to live in relation to the rest of the state and most of New England.

The answer is always no

Don’t forget Springfield.

Hi I grew up in worcester in the Tatnuck area and moved to Boston for my early twenties. I moved back to the Brattle area to in 2001 and built a house. I personally think this area is great for Worcester, less traffic and really easy highway access if you are a commuter. The central location of Worcester is great with skiing 30 minutes to wachusett, 1 1/2 hours to the cape depending on traffic, about an hour to Boston if it’s not rush hour. I really don’t care for the restaurants, and head to Boston for good dining, and better service. I’m happy in worcester, it has been a good place to have a family. I hope this sort of helps you! I have been happy here!

Savers and Goodwill. Goodwill has terrible parking though especially on Saturdays.

just walk around and check out the freaks, man

Yes coming from someone who moved here in the last year. City is growing and you are within close proximity to many amenities. Hardest thing will be change in climate (just layer) and breaking into the social scene which will take 6+ months. Worcester checks many boxes imo having lived in several other cities/states.

No

Not really no unless you know somebody. Get ready for 1500+ if you want to like near the city aftion

Providence is better

There are several smaller towns bordering Worcester -- Grafton and Auburn come to mind -- fewer hills to deal with. A car would be required; services (snow removal) might be better; housing in this entire area is expensive; and you wouldn't be in Worcester proper. Get into Worcester often -- pick a pub or two, become a regular, bartenders are a great source of info. Volunteer at one of the numerous charities that interest you and there are plenty of churches if you like. You'll make friends -- like anyplace else, you have to put yourself out there. Winter can be a challange -- dress for it --learn to ice skate -- embrace the snow & cold. Spring and Fall are terrific in New England.

Market Basket has Goya sodas like mango, cola champagne, strawberry, pineapple, and pina colada.

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I think MA is really good to settle down and have a family in (education, healthcare, safety) but not great to be young and single in

In what industry are you looking for a job here?

It's a shot job market here - you might want to get something lined up FIRST, then move.

Mass in general is hard to make friends compared to many other places. They’re better friends when you do connect though.

Yes do the move Florida suxs and mass works if you can get by $ wise

As a new resident of Worcester, I am moving out after 3 months

Mostly career related but I am pretty underwhelmed with options and how nice the city it. If I had to give a suggestion, check out White Plains or other New York suburbs instead. Although those are mad pricey