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Waylon Ramos
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Is Centralia still affordable?
Hello, The unemployment rate is 5.8%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $81,600 on average. It's a a small town city with about 12,009 people. Median household income is $47,308, which feels on the lower side for the area. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
Pros:
- Nice parks and trails
- Close to nature
- Lots of new development
- Good healthcare facilities
- Good airport connections
Cons:
- Hot summers
- Cold winters
- Limited cultural events
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Homelessness issues downtown
The suburbs are where most families end up. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The food scene here is surprisingly good. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
Pros:
- Nice parks and trails
- Close to nature
- Lots of new development
- Good healthcare facilities
- Good airport connections
Cons:
- Hot summers
- Cold winters
- Limited cultural events
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Homelessness issues downtown
The suburbs are where most families end up. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The food scene here is surprisingly good. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
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