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Hi all, My family moved here when I was a kid. What would you do?
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desert_axel77
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are average, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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mesa_harper
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely solid and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (Highland) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Dallas, be prepared for the culture shock. food scene is completely different here. And Limited high-paying job options.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely solid and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (Highland) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Dallas, be prepared for the culture shock. food scene is completely different here. And Limited high-paying job options.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Hazel
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a marketing manager who relocated here from Phoenix about 11 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good airport with direct flights
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Summers can be brutally hot
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are competitive, gas is better than expected.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
I'm a marketing manager who relocated here from Phoenix about 11 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good airport with direct flights
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Summers can be brutally hot
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are competitive, gas is better than expected.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Joe R.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from San Francisco and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Springfield. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in legal. If you're in marketing you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Springfield. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in legal. If you're in marketing you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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