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Jean A.
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Working in Countryside -salaries realistic?
Curious what people think. I grew up here but left for a while. Homes are going for about $567,600 on average.
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Aubrey Thomas
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I have mixed feelings honestly. Internet is challenging in most areas.
35 upvotes
Madelyn Brown
honestly same experience here
26 upvotes
Jean P.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Fairview for 4 years. Moved from Dallas for a job opportunity. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is pretty good. We bought in 2020 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
retail is strong here. healthcare is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are stable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is surprisingly good - we have biking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Fairview schools are excellent. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Summers can be brutally hot. Winters are long and cold. And community vibe can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 9/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in Fairview for 4 years. Moved from Dallas for a job opportunity. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is pretty good. We bought in 2020 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
retail is strong here. healthcare is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are stable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is surprisingly good - we have biking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Fairview schools are excellent. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Summers can be brutally hot. Winters are long and cold. And community vibe can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 9/10. Feel free to reach out with questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
21 upvotes
Emma T.
Public transit is solid here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's exactly what I was looking for.
19 upvotes
Austin Brown
couldn't agree more
19 upvotes
Jordan Mendoza
Moved here last year, no regrets.
17 upvotes
Catherine P.
yeah no that's not right
11 upvotes
James Torres
glad someone said it
10 upvotes
charlotte_jameson
We moved here with our family and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Schools in Midtown area are pretty good. Kids love it here.
9 upvotes
tucsonnative2026
As someone who grew up here, I have mixed feelings honestly. A lot has changed in the past few years though. outdoor recreation used to be much reasonable but now it's average.
4 upvotes
Eleanor Kim
spot on
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