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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Michael C.

Biggest downsides of living in Bloomington?

Hey folks, Cheers. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Leo Parker

Raising a family in Bloomington -thoughts?

Hey everyone, Been living here since 2021. You can expect to pay around $1,526 for rent here. Household incomes average around $90,677 in Bloomington. The median home value here is around $346,200, which seems about average. Homes are going for about $346,200 on average. There's a real sense of comm...

6 replies 8 upvotes living
Kennedy Ward

Should I move to Bloomington or stay in Atlanta?

Hi all, I'm a 37-year-old marketing manager and Household incomes average around $90,677 in Bloomington. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. Am I overthinking this? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's not perfect...

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Claire Morales

Is it worth buying in Bloomington?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm retired and With a population of 88,838, Bloomington is a smaller city. The median home value here is around $346,200, which seems about average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What do you...

27 replies 18 upvotes housing
Autumn W.

Honest thoughts on life in Bloomington

Hello, Crime rate is something to consider -Bloomington sits at 236.3 per 100K. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Greyson James

Bloomington housing prices -when will it stop?

I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Homes are going for about $346,200 on average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

7 replies 14 upvotes housing
Logan S.

Day-to-day life in Bloomington, MN

First post here. Poverty rate is 5.6%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $90,677 in Bloomington. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $1,526/month for a decent place. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most fa...

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Eugene G.

Rent prices in Bloomington getting crazy

Anyone else noticing rent going up fast in Bloomington? Over the last year, I feel like prices went up at least 10-15%. I'm paying $1526 for a 2BR which feels okay for the area. Are there any neighborhoods that are still affordable? Thinking about moving to a cheaper area.

17 replies 76 upvotes housing
Leo Parker

Planning a move to Bloomington -neighborhoods?

Random thought, The median home value here is around $346,200, which seems about average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Let me know your thoughts. Appreciate any input.

9 replies 6 upvotes moving
Isabella Myers

Working in Bloomington -salaries realistic?

Hi all, My family moved here when I was a kid. Homes are going for about $346,200 on average. With a population of 88,838, Bloomington is a smaller city. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Has anyone dealt with this? I'd say it's...

5 replies 28 upvotes jobs
Isabelle Johnson

Job hunting in Bloomington -tips?

Hello, We're a young couple and Poverty rate is 5.6%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,526/month for a decent place. Median household income is $90,677, which feels pretty solid for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traff...

0 replies 2 upvotes jobs
Easton G.

Bloomington is underrated, change my mind

First post here. Rent is about $1,526/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $90,677, which feels pretty solid for the area. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. An...

1 replies 0 upvotes best-worst
Kennedy Ward

How is the nightlife in Bloomington?

OK so My partner and I are The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,526/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Bloomington sits at 236.3 per 100K. The median home value here is around $346,200, which seems about average. There's a real sense of com...

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Kennedy Ward

Working in Bloomington -salaries realistic?

Alright, I'm retired and Rent is about $1,526/month for a decent place. With a population of 88,838, Bloomington is a smaller city. Homes are going for about $346,200 on average. You can expect to pay around $1,526 for rent here. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburb...

25 replies 13 upvotes jobs
Isabella Myers

Freelancing from Bloomington -experience?

Hey folks, I'm single, late 50s, and Rent is about $1,526/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The city has invested a lot in new development. Thanks in advance! People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface...

7 replies 9 upvotes jobs
Logan S.

Housing in Bloomington compared to Minneapolis

Hello, I relocated for work and With a population of 88,838, Bloomington is a smaller city. You can expect to pay around $1,526 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Let me know your thoughts. Honestly, I think it's a great place ...

0 replies 22 upvotes housing
Isabella Myers

Just moved to Bloomington, any tips?

Longtime lurker here, Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 5.6%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Am I wrong here? Appreciate any input. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. People here are genuinely...

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Leo Parker

Should I move to Bloomington or stay in Baltimore?

I'm a 55-year-old social worker and Household incomes average around $90,677 in Bloomington. It's a a smaller city city with about 88,838 people. You can expect to pay around $1,526 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge ...

2 replies 2 upvotes moving
Greyson James

Bloomington job market vs Memphis

First post here. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Poverty rate is 5.6%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 88,838 people. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. TIA! Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The food scene here is surprisingly...

0 replies 12 upvotes jobs
angel_local

Is public transit usable in Bloomington?

Just moved here 8 months ago and Household incomes average around $90,677 in Bloomington. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Anyone in a similar situation? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Greyson James

Is it worth buying in Bloomington?

So, Property taxes are high but you get good services. What would you do? TIA!

1 replies 0 upvotes housing
Logan S.

How are the schools in Bloomington?

Hi all, I'm originally from Phoenix and With a population of 88,838, Bloomington is a smaller city. Household incomes average around $90,677 in Bloomington. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can be rough during rush hour...

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Easton G.

Life in Bloomington as a young professional

Been meaning to ask this. Born and raised here. Poverty rate is 5.6%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $346,200, which seems about average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Claire Morales

Best coffee shops in Bloomington?

Curious what people think. I'm originally from Atlanta and It's a a smaller city city with about 88,838 people. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What neighborhoods would you suggest? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely rising, but s...

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Lucy

Living in Bloomington -the reality

Hey everyone, I'm a teacher here and Median household income is $90,677, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Bloomington sits at 236.3 per 100K. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. It's a a smaller city city with about 88,838 people. T...

13 replies 23 upvotes living
Naomi Morales

Best hidden gems in Bloomington

Anyone else feel this way? I work in manufacturing and The median home value here is around $346,200, which seems about average. Rent is about $1,526/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What do you al...

1 replies 22 upvotes best-worst
Joseph J.

Most overrated things about Bloomington

Hello, I relocated for work and Homes are going for about $346,200 on average. The median home value here is around $346,200, which seems about average. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. Thanks in advance! It's not perfect, but the community is solid...

3 replies 26 upvotes best-worst
Easton G.

Cheapest neighborhoods in Bloomington?

I'm retired and Crime rate is something to consider -Bloomington sits at 236.3 per 100K. Household incomes average around $90,677 in Bloomington. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Would love some local perspective. Public transit needs a lot...

10 replies 17 upvotes housing
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