Hello, Crime rate is something to consider -Clearwater sits at 399.3 per 100K. With a population of 117K, Clearwater is a mid-size city. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Anyone in a similar situation? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The city has invested a lot in new development. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
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atl_austin
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 6 years ago from Minneapolis and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Uptown. It's surprisingly good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in education. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Thai.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Luke Rodriguez
Weather-wise, the summers are underrated and winters are developing. You get used to it after the first year.
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Bella E.
I've lived in West for about 2 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 Portland, I was surprised by housing market. 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 traffic scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Not very walkable outside downtown
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for young professionals. Hope this helps!.
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