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Cost of living reality check -Blackfoot

So, I'm originally from Baltimore and Household incomes average around $69,091 in Blackfoot. Rent is about $798/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $798 for rent here. With a population of 12,628, Blackfoot is a small town. It's a a small town city with about 12,628 people. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

Pros:
- Nice parks and trails
- Diverse community
- Low taxes
- Strong sense of community
- Active local events

Cons:
- Traffic can be terrible
- Hot summers
- Not very walkable
- Far from major airports
What would you do? Property taxes are high but you get good services. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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Cora Jackson
My experience has been mostly positive. I genuinely enjoy living here. The only thing I'd watch out for is cost of living. Other than that, It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Camila Kim
glad someone said it
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Violet Garcia
as a local I can confirm
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Landon Gray
My experience has been mostly positive. it's not perfect but it works for me. The only thing I'd watch out for is housing market. Other than that, Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Melanie Hernandez
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I'm still on the fence after all this time. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Isabelle D.
exactly what I was thinking
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