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Doris F. living

Is Altamont getting better or worse?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a college student here and Poverty rate is 12.4%, which is around average. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What neighborhoods would you suggest? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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Oliver Cox
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value outdoor recreation, you'll love it. The housing market is genuinely average and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. My neighborhood (Greenfield) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Pittsburgh, be prepared for the culture shock. community vibe is completely different here. And Dating scene is rough.

My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Abigail Davis
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is walkability. I genuinely enjoy living here. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Jace R.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from Miami and here's my honest breakdown:

Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Riverside. It's excellent for what you get.

Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in finance. If you're in government you might struggle.

People: Generally tough. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.

Food: decent. Tons of options if you like BBQ.

Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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minneapolis_isabella
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are challenging, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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