Lauren R. moving Nov 25, 2025

It's a a mid-size city city with about 127K people. The median home value here is around $178,900, which is actually reasonable. You can expect to pay around $1,106 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider — Abilene sits at 370.4 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Worth the trade-offs? Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The city has invested a lot in new development. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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