Hey everyone, Household incomes average around $44,331 in Binghamton. The median home value here is around $117,400, which is actually reasonable. You can expect to pay around $867 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. What would you do? The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The city has invested a lot in new development. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Daniel James
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's not perfect but it works for me. Internet is hit or miss in most areas.
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Zoey M.
I've lived in Highland for about 10 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 Miami, I was surprised by safety. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Good healthcare facilities
- The pet-friendliness scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Property taxes are high
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for families. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Carson Brooks
I've been living here for 12 years and I'd say there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The nightlife is average compared to other places I've lived. Overall Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Piper A.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a social worker, 40, moved here 6 years ago from Baltimore. I've lived in Sunset and Uptown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Friendly community, easy to meet people
3. Growing food and restaurant scene
4. The people are generally improving - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Winters are long and cold
2. Far from beaches/mountains
3. The walkability situation is reasonable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Sunset: Great for couples. tough vibes, walkable.
- Uptown: 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 improving. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $50K-$110K here.
**Final verdict:**
Hope this helps!. 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.
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