Curious what people think. You can expect to pay around $980 for rent here. Poverty rate is 8.7%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Worth the trade-offs? The suburbs are where most families end up. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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Colton Hughes
I work in education here and I have mixed feelings honestly. The job market for my field is underrated. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Sadie Evans
Bought a house here in 2020 and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Genesis Brooks
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Arianna Hughes
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a software engineer, 51, moved here 10 years ago from Atlanta. I've lived in Riverside and Uptown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Strong job market in several industries
2. Close to major attractions
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally underrated - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Not very walkable outside downtown
2. Can feel isolated
3. The walkability situation is developing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Riverside: Great for remote workers. improving vibes, walkable.
- Uptown: 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 Atlanta, everything felt hit or miss. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $80K-$100K here.
**Final verdict:**
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. 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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