Hey, I've been here for 13 years and Rent is about $914/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The city has invested a lot in new development. Let me know your thoughts.
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Wyatt Harris
Moved here last year, no regrets.
40 upvotes
Jace Harris
honestly same experience here
30 upvotes
Madelyn Cruz
interesting, hadn't considered that
25 upvotes
Paisley Rodriguez
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a lawyer, 41, moved here 7 years ago from Pittsburgh. I've lived in Greenfield and Westside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Decent public transit for the size
2. Active local events and festivals
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Not very walkable outside downtown
2. Limited entertainment options
3. The pet-friendliness situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Greenfield: Great for retirees. improving vibes, walkable.
- Westside: 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 Pittsburgh, everything felt hit or miss. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is pricey. You can live comfortably on $90K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. 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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Connor Hill
Moved here from Phoenix about 1 years ago. it's not perfect but it works for me. Still getting used to walkability but Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Aaron M.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a electrician, 54, moved here 8 years ago from Houston. I've lived in Riverside and South, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Decent public transit for the size
2. Good internet infrastructure
3. Good airport with direct flights
4. The people are generally improving - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited public transit options
2. Not a lot of cultural diversity
3. The food scene situation is reasonable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Riverside: Great for retirees. better than expected vibes, walkable.
- South: 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 Houston, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is manageable. You can live comfortably on $40K-$110K here.
**Final verdict:**
Good luck with whatever you decide.. 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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mountain_weston73
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Valentina H.
We moved here with our family and it's exactly what I was looking for. Schools in East area are average. Kids love it here.
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