I'm originally from Salt Lake City and Household incomes average around $160,755 in Bull Mountain. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Any advice would be great.
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Katherine Torres
following this thread
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jax_greyson
I work in finance here and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The job market for my field is solid. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Alexa Martinez
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Uptown for 3 years. Moved from Dallas for cost of living. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is better than expected. We bought in 2020 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals.
**Employment:**
legal is strong here. tech is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are reasonable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is challenging - we have lakes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Uptown schools are decent. 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 public transit options. Rising rent and home prices. And cultural scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 6/10. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Caleb H.
I'm a contractor and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
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Ariana Hill
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem surprisingly good.
I've been here 2 years and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The thing nobody mentions is public transit. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the school system is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Uptown side vs the North side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Waylon Wilson
Moved here from Phoenix about 14 years ago. it's exactly what I was looking for. Still getting used to safety but Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Adam A.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem decent.
I've been here 4 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the traffic is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The The Heights side vs the West side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Aiden Sanders
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are pretty good, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Sophia Martin
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem surprisingly good.
I've been here 8 years and the quality of life is solid. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's affordable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is challenging.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Westside side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Noah M.
I work in education here and it's not perfect but it works for me. The job market for my field is tough. Hope this helps!.
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sacramentopapa2025
Totally agree!
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Willie L.
wish I knew this sooner
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Roman Gomez
Hot take but the quality of life is solid. I know a lot of people disagree but after 1 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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