Curious what people think. I'm originally from Denver and Poverty rate is 14.5%, which is around average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Does this match your experience? The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Waylon James
I work in manufacturing here and I love the pace of life here. The job market for my field is average. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Victoria Anderson
100%
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Leah Wright
noted, appreciate it
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Vivian Reyes
underrated comment
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Adrian C.
Weather-wise, the summers are tough and winters are stable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Sebastian H.
Moved here from Denver about 9 years ago. it exceeded my expectations. Still getting used to traffic but Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Jameson Hughes
same here
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urban_brooklyn15
+1
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Harper Williams
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Highland for 15 years. Moved from Pittsburgh for family. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is solid. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
consulting is strong here. government is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are stable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The outdoor scene is improving - we have desert landscapes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Highland schools are excellent. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Limited high-paying job options. Homeless population growing downtown. And cultural scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, I'd say this is a 9/10. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Scarlett Hernandez
Came here for quality of life and stayed because I love the pace of life here. The outdoor recreation is honestly challenging and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Silas Anderson
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want housing market, then yeah this place is great. But if job market matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Zoey P.
literally same
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Jackson Phillips
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem solid.
I've been here 14 years and I love the pace of life here. The thing nobody mentions is job market. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cultural scene is legit. And if you're into mountain biking, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the Fairview side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
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