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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Aaliyah Kelly

What Allentown does better than anywhere else

It's a a mid-size city city with about 125K people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Property taxes are high but you get good services. ...

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Jack Smith

Dog-friendly places in Allentown?

Random thought, We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $188,900 on average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Am I wrong here? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years....

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Nathan R.

Affordable areas near Allentown?

So, Median household income is $53,403, which feels on the lower side for the area. The median home value here is around $188,900, which is actually reasonable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What do you all think? Cheers. ...

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Emmett White

Honest thoughts on life in Allentown

First post here. I'm originally from Atlanta and Rent is about $1,269/month for a decent place. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Let me know your thoughts. Cheers. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Andrew H.

Anyone else love living in Allentown?

Hello, Poverty rate is 17.3%, which is higher than I expected. Median household income is $53,403, which feels on the lower side for the area. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services...

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Elizabeth Chavez

Co-working spaces in Allentown?

First post here. I'm originally from Orlando and It's a a mid-size city city with about 125K people. Median household income is $53,403, which feels on the lower side for the area. The unemployment rate is 5.5%, which is about average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes a...

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Luke Brooks

Is public transit usable in Allentown?

So, I relocated for work and The unemployment rate is 5.5%, which is about average. The median home value here is around $188,900, which is actually reasonable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Is this normal for Allentown? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough d...

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Eugene E.

Things that make Allentown unique

Hello, I'm a 52-year-old chef and Rent is about $1,269/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $188,900, which is actually reasonable. Crime rate is something to consider — Allentown sits at 386.5 per 100K. Average temperature is around 54°F, so expect cold winters. Property t...

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Andrew Harris

Working in Allentown — salaries realistic?

So, I relocated for work and Homes are going for about $188,900 on average. Poverty rate is 17.3%, which is higher than I expected. The weather takes some getting used to. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Ryan S.

Freelancing from Allentown — experience?

Hey, I'm a remote worker and With a population of 125K, Allentown is a mid-size city. Median household income is $53,403, which feels on the lower side for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,269 for rent here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families...

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Helen W.

Unpopular opinion about Allentown

It's a a mid-size city city with about 125K people. You can expect to pay around $1,269 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider — Allentown sits at 386.5 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Any advice would be...

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Helen W.

Best restaurants in Allentown?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a college student here and Median household income is $53,403, which feels on the lower side for the area. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new development. Let me know your thoughts. It's not perfect, but the community i...

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Ella Brown

Couple moving to Allentown from out of state

Hi all, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Average temperature is around 54°F, so expect cold winters. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

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Natalie W.

Best kept secrets of Allentown, PA

Hey folks, I'm retired and Crime rate is something to consider — Allentown sits at 386.5 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up. The food...

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Noah Green

Housing market in Allentown right now

Been living here since 2007. You can expect to pay around $1,269 for rent here. Average temperature is around 54°F, so expect cold winters. It's a a mid-size city city with about 125K people. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The suburb...

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Jackson Jimenez

Is Allentown worth it salary-wise?

Homes are going for about $188,900 on average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What are your go-to spots? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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eleanor_runner

Pros and cons of Allentown after 1 years

So, My partner and I are Crime rate is something to consider — Allentown sits at 386.5 per 100K. Rent is about $1,269/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 17.3%, which is higher than I expected. The median home value here is around $188,900, which is actually reasonable. It's a very car-depende...

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Robert Clark

Is Allentown good for remote workers?

First post here. Poverty rate is 17.3%, which is higher than I expected. Median household income is $53,403, which feels on the lower side for the area. The median home value here is around $188,900, which is actually reasonable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a l...

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Aaron Turner

Working in Allentown — salaries realistic?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a remote worker and The unemployment rate is 5.5%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $53,403 in Allentown. You can expect to pay around $1,269 for rent here. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but t...

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eleanor_runner

Is Allentown a good place to live?

Random thought, Been living here since 2008. Rent is about $1,269/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 5.5%, which is about average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Public t...

0 replies 19 upvotes living
Emmett White

Honest thoughts on life in Allentown

I work in legal and Rent is about $1,269/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $188,900 on average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What would you do? Looking forward to hearing from you all. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where m...

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Eva

Day-to-day life in Allentown, PA

Hi all, The unemployment rate is 5.5%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $188,900 on average. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Am I wrong here? The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some gettin...

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Nathan R.

Is Allentown a good place to live?

OK so Homes are going for about $188,900 on average. The city has invested a lot in new development. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather takes some getting used to.

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Greyson G.

Housing in Allentown compared to St. Louis

Been meaning to ask this. Average temperature is around 54°F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $53,403, which feels on the lower side for the area. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What are your go-...

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Elizabeth Chavez

Biggest downsides of living in Allentown?

Hey folks, I've been here for 18 years and Poverty rate is 17.3%, which is higher than I expected. Household incomes average around $53,403 in Allentown. The unemployment rate is 5.5%, which is about average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 125K people. Honestly, I think it's a great place if...

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Liam Gutierrez

What Allentown does better than anywhere else

OK so Household incomes average around $53,403 in Allentown. Crime rate is something to consider — Allentown sits at 386.5 per 100K. Rent is about $1,269/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 17.3%, which is higher than I expected. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's ...

7 replies 37 upvotes best-worst
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