Many people struggle with deciding which city to settle in after immigrating. Our family was no different.

A friend recommended Arlington, so we came to check it out, and after living here, we found both good and inconvenient aspects.

I want to honestly share everything.

The first disadvantage to mention is that life is difficult without a car.

Arlington has a population of nearly 400,000, making it the largest city in the U.S. without a fixed-route public transportation system.

The bus routes disappeared in 1934, and residents have voted down proposals for public transportation three times.

Currently, there is an app-based ride service called Arlington On-Demand, and a pilot route called Arlington Express operates for $3, but it is far from sufficient to cover daily family life. Living here without a driver's license or a car is really tough.

On the other hand, the advantages are also clear. The absence of Texas state income tax is noticeable in the take-home pay. Additionally, this city has a diversity score of 98 out of 100. Foreign-born residents make up 22.1%, Hispanic 32.2%, White 34.1%, and Black 22.1%. Immigrants are not strangers here; they are neighbors. This made me feel much more comfortable psychologically when I first moved in. It's natural for kids to socialize with a variety of friends at school.

The entertainment options are definitely a strong point. AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field are nearby, there's Six Flags, and you can catch Rangers and Cowboys games within the area.

This is an environment that is hard to find elsewhere. Having many options to relieve daily stress may seem small, but it is important in real life.

In conclusion, Arlington is a pretty good city for immigrant families with cars.

Under the premise that a car is essential, the combination of tax savings, diversity, and entertainment is competitive.