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Madelyn Foster
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Big Spring job market vs Portland
Random thought, The weather takes some getting used to. Does this match your experience? Thanks for reading.
9 upvotes
12 Replies
Landon M.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 14 years ago from Portland and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in East. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in real estate. If you're in engineering you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like Thai.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in East. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in real estate. If you're in engineering you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like Thai.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
39 upvotes
Dominic K.
As someone who grew up here, I genuinely enjoy living here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. dating scene used to be much wild but now it's surprisingly good.
38 upvotes
Christian Price
Used to live on the Uptown side, now on the Eastside side. Completely different vibe. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
27 upvotes
Jacob Cox
I'm a contractor and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. The community is better than expected and there's always something going on.
22 upvotes
Connor Jimenez
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a chef, 39, moved here 5 years ago from Baltimore. I've lived in Uptown and Sunset, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good healthcare facilities
2. Good internet infrastructure
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Road conditions need improvement
2. Can feel isolated
3. The safety situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Uptown: Great for young professionals. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Sunset: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Baltimore, everything felt challenging. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is wild. You can live comfortably on $80K-$150K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
Background: I'm a chef, 39, moved here 5 years ago from Baltimore. I've lived in Uptown and Sunset, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good healthcare facilities
2. Good internet infrastructure
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Road conditions need improvement
2. Can feel isolated
3. The safety situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Uptown: Great for young professionals. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Sunset: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Baltimore, everything felt challenging. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is wild. You can live comfortably on $80K-$150K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
22 upvotes
Aaliyah Green
I've lived in Midtown for about 4 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Austin, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Lots of new development happening
- The pet-friendliness scene is decent
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Limited high-paying job options
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for couples. Happy to answer more specific questions..
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Austin, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Lots of new development happening
- The pet-friendliness scene is decent
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Limited high-paying job options
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for couples. Happy to answer more specific questions..
19 upvotes
Jonathan T.
Can confirm, been here 1 years.
17 upvotes
Nathan Williams
I've lived in The Heights for about 11 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Seattle, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- The safety scene is decent
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for couples. Happy to answer more specific questions..
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Seattle, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- The safety scene is decent
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Limited entertainment options
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for couples. Happy to answer more specific questions..
11 upvotes
Aubrey W.
noted, appreciate it
9 upvotes
Deborah R.
As someone who grew up here, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. A lot has changed in the past few years though. dating scene used to be much pricey but now it's hit or miss.
7 upvotes
Audrey Ramos
yeah no that's not right
6 upvotes
Isabelle Sanchez
it depends on the neighborhood
3 upvotes