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Angela J.
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Living in Billings — the reality
Anyone else feel this way? I grew up here but left for a while. Median household income is $71,855, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $311,800 on average. Household incomes average around $71,855 in Billings. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
Pros:
- Good job market
- Easy commute
- Good healthcare facilities
- Active local events
Cons:
- Limited public transit
- Sprawl everywhere
- Far from major airports
- Limited cultural events
- Not enough green space
Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
Pros:
- Good job market
- Easy commute
- Good healthcare facilities
- Active local events
Cons:
- Limited public transit
- Sprawl everywhere
- Far from major airports
- Limited cultural events
- Not enough green space
Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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