Hey everyone, I'm a teacher here and It's a a smaller city city with about 54,817 people. Median household income is $105,164, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,505 for rent here. Poverty rate is 6.5%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What are your go-to spots? The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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Luna W.
Hot take but it was the best decision I ever made. I know a lot of people disagree but after 8 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Isaac Morgan
The food scene here is solid. Tons of great seafood places. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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Emily R.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.
I've been here 4 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is public transit. It's affordable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the safety is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Pine Hills side vs the Lakewood 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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Jean S.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a nurse who relocated here from Phoenix about 4 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and work.
Pros I've experienced:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Lots of new development happening
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Chain restaurants dominate
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are reasonable, gas is average.
Socially, I genuinely enjoy living here. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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