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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Isabella J.

Albany job market vs Memphis

Hello, The city has invested a lot in new development. What do you all think?

2 replies 58 upvotes jobs
Doris B.

Moving to Albany — what should I know?

I got a job offer in Albany, NY and I'm seriously considering the move. I'm coming from a small city. A few questions: 1. Which neighborhoods should I look at for a $900-1400 budget? 2. How's the commute situation? 3. Is the crime as bad as the stats suggest? 4. Any hidden costs I should know about...

20 replies 38 upvotes moving
Abigail S.

Albany is underrated, change my mind

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a teacher here and Median household income is $59,485, which feels about average for the area. Poverty rate is 13.1%, which is around average. You can expect to pay around $1,178 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Traffic can...

6 replies 45 upvotes living
James B.

Job market in Albany for tech?

OK so Poverty rate is 13.1%, which is around average. Rent is about $1,178/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Anyone in a similar situation? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's ...

7 replies 23 upvotes jobs
Declan M.

Should I move to Albany or stay in Cleveland?

Anyone else feel this way? We have two kids and Rent is about $1,178/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. The median home value here is around $223,000, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 13.1%, which is around average. Downtown has improved a l...

0 replies 38 upvotes moving
Weston Sanders

Things Albany needs to improve

My family moved here when I was a kid. Homes are going for about $223,000 on average. Household incomes average around $59,485 in Albany. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. You can expect to pay around $1,178 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating t...

3 replies 24 upvotes best-worst
Amelia Allen

Job market in Albany for tech?

Been meaning to ask this. Just moved here 6 months ago and The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $223,000 on average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Has anyone dealt with this? It's a...

3 replies 40 upvotes jobs
Nova Scott

Working remotely from Albany

Been meaning to ask this. Median household income is $59,485, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $59,485 in Albany. Rent is about $1,178/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. People here are genuinely friendly,...

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Landon Hernandez

Things that make Albany unique

Random thought, Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

12 replies 31 upvotes best-worst
Alice W.

Healthcare options in Albany?

Rent is about $1,178/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Albany sits at 757.0 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. You can expect to pay around $1,178 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's changing fast -some good, some n...

13 replies 45 upvotes qa
Arianna Howard

Is it worth buying in Albany?

Hey everyone, The median home value here is around $223,000, which is actually reasonable. Household incomes average around $59,485 in Albany. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public transit needs a lot of work honest...

3 replies 55 upvotes housing
Landon Hernandez

Albany quality of life -am I missing something?

I'm a remote worker and You can expect to pay around $1,178 for rent here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Let me know your thoughts. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

6 replies 53 upvotes living
Alice W.

Remote worker thinking about Albany

I've been here for 16 years and Poverty rate is 13.1%, which is around average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 100K people. Median household income is $59,485, which feels about average for the area. Rent is about $1,178/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhoo...

12 replies 58 upvotes moving
cincy_evan

Moving from Sacramento to Albany next month

Military spouse here. With a population of 100K, Albany is a mid-size city. Household incomes average around $59,485 in Albany. Homes are going for about $223,000 on average. The median home value here is around $223,000, which is actually reasonable. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or wo...

4 replies 34 upvotes moving
Naomi

The good and bad of living in Albany

Hi all, I'm a 37-year-old physical therapist and You can expect to pay around $1,178 for rent here. The median home value here is around $223,000, which is actually reasonable. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Night ...

16 replies 25 upvotes living
Noah R.

Honest thoughts on life in Albany

Been meaning to ask this. I'm originally from Tucson and Rent is about $1,178/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $59,485 in Albany. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Is this normal for Albany? Downtown has improv...

12 replies 34 upvotes living
Valentina Morris

Cheapest neighborhoods in Albany?

OK so It's a a mid-size city city with about 100K people. Poverty rate is 13.1%, which is around average. Crime rate is something to consider -Albany sits at 757.0 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing te...

5 replies 4 upvotes housing
Declan M.

Housing in Albany compared to Pittsburgh

With a population of 100K, Albany is a mid-size city. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $223,000 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Albany sits at 757.0 per 100K. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly, I think it's ...

2 replies 37 upvotes housing
Brielle Price

Working remotely from Albany

Hey folks, We're a young couple and It's a a mid-size city city with about 100K people. With a population of 100K, Albany is a mid-size city. Median household income is $59,485, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $223,000, which is actually reasonable. It's ...

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Oliver R.

Unpopular opinion about Albany

Been meaning to ask this. I've been here for 2 years and Rent is about $1,178/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Albany sits at 757.0 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. Would love some local perspective. TIA!

4 replies 49 upvotes best-worst
Eleanor Cook

Raising a family in Albany -thoughts?

Hey folks, Been living here since 2009. Household incomes average around $59,485 in Albany. Homes are going for about $223,000 on average. Rent is about $1,178/month for a decent place. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a...

11 replies 51 upvotes living
Everett B.

Anyone work in healthcare in Albany?

Been meaning to ask this. The median home value here is around $223,000, which is actually reasonable. Crime rate is something to consider -Albany sits at 757.0 per 100K. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Has anyone dealt with this? TIA! The city has invested a lot in new de...

5 replies 21 upvotes jobs
Valentina Morris

Pros and cons of Albany after 2 years

OK so I'm single, late 30s, and Poverty rate is 13.1%, which is around average. Should I be concerned?

3 replies 46 upvotes living
Aaron H.

Thinking about relocating to Albany from Los Angeles

Alright, I relocated for work and You can expect to pay around $1,178 for rent here. Rent is about $1,178/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Albany sits at 757.0 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Is this normal...

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Nova Scott

How much do you pay for rent in Albany?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The median home value here is around $223,000, which is actually reasonable. You can expect to pay around $1,178 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, which is about average. With a population of 100K, Albany is a mid-size city...

3 replies 16 upvotes housing
Valentina Morris

Honest thoughts on life in Albany

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a 35-year-old software engineer and The median home value here is around $223,000, which is actually reasonable. Household incomes average around $59,485 in Albany. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Isabella J.

Anyone work in healthcare in Albany?

Been meaning to ask this. Median household income is $59,485, which feels about average for the area. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Anyone in a similar situation? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a grea...

0 replies 40 upvotes jobs
Everett B.

Albany quality of life -am I missing something?

Hey folks, I work in construction and Crime rate is something to consider -Albany sits at 757.0 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Has anyone dealt with this? Cheers. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely rising, but stil...

5 replies 30 upvotes living
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