Random thought, Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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Joseph S.
couldn't agree more
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Ariana Lewis
I'm a nurse and I've found I love the pace of life here. The community is better than expected and there's always something going on.
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eva_life
it depends on the neighborhood
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Aiden
The food scene here is surprisingly good. Tons of great Korean places. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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Adam O.
preach
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Frank M.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a pharmacist who relocated here from New York about 5 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Decent public transit for the size
- Strong job market in several industries
Cons that are real:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Road conditions need improvement
Financially, we've found it improving compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are growing, gas is average.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. No regrets on my end..
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Evelyn Brown
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want dating scene, then yeah this place is great. But if pet-friendliness matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Eliana
same here
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Piper Wilson
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a pharmacist who relocated here from San Francisco about 1 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Four distinct seasons
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Limited high-paying job options
Financially, we've found it challenging compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are growing, gas is pretty good.
Socially, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Jose Gutierrez
seconding this
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Peyton King
I've been living here for 2 years and I'd say the quality of life is solid. The nightlife is hit or miss compared to other places I've lived. Overall No regrets on my end..
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Helen W.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are excellent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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