First post here. Born and raised here. Poverty rate is 15.4%, which is higher than I expected. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What do you all think? The weather takes some getting used to.
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Abigail W.
Moved here from Seattle about 6 years ago. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Still getting used to dating scene but Definitely worth checking out..
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Greyson M.
I've been living here for 9 years and I'd say I love the pace of life here. The healthcare is surprisingly good compared to other places I've lived. Overall Hope this helps!.
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Mia Mendoza
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.
I've been here 14 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Uptown side vs the North side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
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Adrian Nelson
I've lived in Downtown for about 5 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by traffic. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Lots of new development happening
- Active local events and festivals
- The cost of living scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Limited shopping options
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for couples. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Declan Reyes
Moved here from Raleigh about 7 years ago. it was the best decision I ever made. Still getting used to food scene but Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Delilah Chavez
We moved here with our family and I love the pace of life here. Schools in Meadowbrook area are pretty good. Kids love it here.
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Leonardo Brooks
Hot take but it's been a really good experience overall. I know a lot of people disagree but after 1 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Jaxon L.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I love the pace of life here. Internet is decent in most areas.
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Lori C.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 8 years ago from Baltimore and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Uptown. It's surprisingly good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in government. If you're in construction you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: solid. Tons of options if you like seafood.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Dylan C.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a electrician, 32, moved here 10 years ago from Salt Lake City. I've lived in Riverside and Eastside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Good internet infrastructure
3. Four distinct seasons
4. The people are generally underrated - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The cultural scene situation is pricey and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Riverside: Great for remote workers. better than expected vibes, walkable.
- Eastside: 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 improving. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are affordable. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $70K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. 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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Jameson
Weather-wise, the summers are decent and winters are manageable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Cameron J.
hmm interesting perspective
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Caroline Lee
noted, appreciate it
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indylocal2020
I'm a accountant and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The community is average and there's always something going on.
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Luca Phillips
The food scene here is decent. Tons of great Southern places. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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Donna M.
yep
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Delilah Wilson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 11 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Maple Ridge. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 9 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Miles Flores
not my experience at all
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Theodore
Bought a house here in 2018 and I have mixed feelings honestly. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Lillian Edwards
this is the way
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Reagan
Public transit is excellent here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Caroline Murphy
As someone who grew up here, I love the pace of life here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. nightlife used to be much established but now it's excellent.
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Alexa W.
I've been living here for 10 years and I'd say it's not perfect but it works for me. The traffic is underrated compared to other places I've lived. Overall Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Nolan
honestly same experience here
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Alexander Brooks
The food scene here is pretty good. Tons of great Mediterranean places. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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Julian Miller
Public transit is challenging here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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