Alexa D. living Mar 7, 2025

Hey folks, Born and raised here. Rent is about $1,080/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $373,600, which seems about average. Household incomes average around $28,633 in Boone. Homes are going for about $373,600 on average. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The food scene here is surprisingly good. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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