Longtime lurker here, I'm a college student here and Crime rate is something to consider -Barrington sits at 19.5 per 100K. Household incomes average around $150,714 in Barrington. Homes are going for about $580,900 on average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Worth the trade-offs? Appreciate any input. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
3 upvotes
9 Replies
Caroline Anderson
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value food scene, you'll love it. The cost of living is genuinely challenging and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. My neighborhood (Old Town) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Phoenix, be prepared for the culture shock. outdoor recreation is completely different here. And Bugs and humidity in summer.
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.
36 upvotes
Owen Ramos
Moved here from Nashville about 11 years ago. it's exactly what I was looking for. Still getting used to weather but Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
23 upvotes
Asher D.
same here
21 upvotes
Ian G.
spot on
12 upvotes
Piper Bailey
We moved here with our family and it's not perfect but it works for me. Schools in South area are hit or miss. Kids love it here.
10 upvotes
Isla Williams
lol so true
8 upvotes
Christian M.
I'm a electrician and I've found the quality of life is solid. The community is pretty good and there's always something going on.
7 upvotes
Marie T.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 7 years ago from Phoenix and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Westside. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 3 months to build a solid friend group.
All Countries
