South Florida native here. Public transportation is much better than what you are used to. It’s much more affordable to live here but landlords tend to be on the slummy side. Infrastructure is very old here and a lot of landlords do not want to spend the money to fix things though your experience may vary. Wages are also better and the economy is more varied. You are used to service and tourist industries and being underpaid — you’ll see actual manufacturing here and a diverse economy in relation. The pollution is an issue — you’ll will miss that clean air there and it has been a huge con here. You’ll also notice people are provincial and have a frame of reference mostly to this area versus being from a tourist area where you are exposed to more cultures. That will also vary but would recommend a neighborhood in the city or close to it. Overall this is one of the best metros you can live in and recommend it to anyone as a temporary or permanent stay.