Robert W. best-worst Mar 19, 2026

Random thought, I'm a teacher here and Median household income is $65,327, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $234,500, which is actually reasonable. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The suburbs are where most families end up. Does this match your experience? The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much.

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