First post here. I work in insurance and With a population of 23,710, Brookings is a small town. Crime rate is something to consider -Brookings sits at 217.5 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Let me know your thoughts.
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Alice Phillips
big facts right here
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Andrew Robinson
honestly same experience here
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Abigail D.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from Miami and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Uptown. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in finance. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 13 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: surprisingly good. Tons of options if you like Thai.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Ella Moore
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a accountant, 38, moved here 1 years ago from Salt Lake City. I've lived in Uptown and Riverside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Active local events and festivals
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Can feel isolated
2. Limited entertainment options
3. The school system situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Uptown: Great for families. improving vibes, walkable.
- Riverside: 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 Salt Lake City, everything felt surprisingly good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $90K-$100K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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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