I'm a college student here and Rent is about $779/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 7.1%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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Lily Hall
thanks for sharing
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Luca Rogers
We moved here with our family and it was the best decision I ever made. Schools in North area are excellent. Kids love it here.
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Daniel Patel
We moved here with our family and the quality of life is solid. Schools in Pine Hills area are underrated. Kids love it here.
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Angel Howard
hard disagree but ok
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Isaac Allen
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is safety. the quality of life is solid. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Willow C.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are decent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Luca Parker
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a chef, 49, moved here 5 years ago from Phoenix. I've lived in Lakewood and Greenfield, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Strong sense of community
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally solid - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited public transit options
2. Summers can be brutally hot
3. The public transit situation is established and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Lakewood: Great for couples. pretty good vibes, walkable.
- Greenfield: 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 Phoenix, everything felt pretty good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is affordable. You can live comfortably on $100K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. 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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