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Jack Wright qa

Aurora in the winter -how bad?

Hey everyone, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $125,567, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $371,400, which seems about average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The city has invested a lot in new development. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Anyone in a similar situation? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. 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. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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William
Hot take but it's exactly what I was looking for. I know a lot of people disagree but after 4 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Ariana T.
We moved here with our family and it's not perfect but it works for me. Schools in Westside area are pretty good. Kids love it here.
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Zoey Cook
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem excellent.

I've been here 3 years and I love the pace of life here. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's growing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.

That said, the housing market is legit. And if you're into kayaking, this place is excellent.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Greenfield side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.

Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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orlandolife2022
As someone who grew up here, it's exactly what I was looking for. A lot has changed in the past few years though. cost of living used to be much pricey but now it's improving.
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Bennett Alvarez
good to know, thanks
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Nora Price
The food scene here is decent. Tons of great Mediterranean places. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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Wesley Myers
wish I knew this sooner
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Scarlett
Public transit is underrated here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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