William Murphy moving Jan 18, 2026

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a college student here and Crime rate is something to consider -Arcola sits at 194.2 per 100K. Rent is about $2,508/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 1.6%, which is pretty low. With a population of 2,858, Arcola is a small town. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Am I overthinking this? Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. 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. The city has invested a lot in new development. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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