Hello, I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Would love some local perspective. Looking forward to hearing from you all. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Jordan K.
wish I knew this sooner
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James Patel
hard disagree but ok
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Rachel J.
literally same
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Austin Johnson
thanks for sharing
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Quinn Gutierrez
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Midtown for 13 years. Moved from San Francisco for school. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is excellent. We bought in 2022 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
marketing is strong here. marketing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are established for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's improved dramatically in recent years. The outdoor scene is tough - we have state parks within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Midtown schools are average. 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. Nightlife is limited. Not very walkable outside downtown. And cultural scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 6/10. Definitely worth checking out.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Kennedy Kelly
As someone who grew up here, I'm still on the fence after all this time. A lot has changed in the past few years though. community vibe used to be much stable but now it's improving.
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Silas J.
Weather-wise, the summers are excellent and winters are wild. You get used to it after the first year.
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