First post here. Poverty rate is 11.7%, which is around average. Homes are going for about $186,800 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Is this normal for Amarillo?
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Eli
Used to live on the West side, now on the Midtown side. Completely different vibe. it's not perfect but it works for me.
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Ariana Ruiz
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Chicago and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Westside. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in real estate. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 4 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Henry Murphy
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's not perfect but it works for me. Hope this helps!.
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Piper
glad someone said it
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cool_adam97
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in North for 15 years. Moved from Austin for weather. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is pretty good. We bought in 2019 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
construction is strong here. government is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are wild for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor scene is tough - we have rivers within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. North schools are surprisingly good. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Limited high-paying job options. Limited entertainment options. And safety can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, I'd say this is a 5/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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elijah_walker
I'm a accountant and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
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Connor James
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is cost of living. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Julia
I work in healthcare here and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The job market for my field is better than expected. No regrets on my end..
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orlandolife2022
Weather-wise, the summers are surprisingly good and winters are wild. You get used to it after the first year.
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Hazel
I work in tech here and it exceeded my expectations. The job market for my field is average. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Reagan Wilson
underrated comment
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phoenix_gabriel
Hot take but it's exactly what I was looking for. I know a lot of people disagree but after 1 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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