All Countries
Valentina Johnson
qa
How is the nightlife in Crossville?
Hey, Poverty rate is 13.5%, which is around average. Am I wrong here? Thanks in advance!
14 upvotes
9 Replies
Grayson Thomas
accurate
35 upvotes
Aiden Jimenez
wish I knew this sooner
31 upvotes
Isla Ruiz
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a contractor, 37, moved here 15 years ago from Charlotte. I've lived in Fairview and Uptown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Four distinct seasons
2. Affordable housing options
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally improving - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited public transit options
2. Summers can be brutally hot
3. The safety situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Fairview: Great for singles. 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 Charlotte, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are affordable. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $40K-$110K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. 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.
Background: I'm a contractor, 37, moved here 15 years ago from Charlotte. I've lived in Fairview and Uptown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Four distinct seasons
2. Affordable housing options
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally improving - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited public transit options
2. Summers can be brutally hot
3. The safety situation is competitive and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Fairview: Great for singles. 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 Charlotte, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are affordable. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $40K-$110K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. 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.
26 upvotes
Benjamin Lee
I'm a HR manager and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. The community is excellent and there's always something going on.
22 upvotes
Matthew Mitchell
glad someone said it
16 upvotes
Hannah Lee
Weather-wise, the summers are hit or miss and winters are affordable. You get used to it after the first year.
7 upvotes
Eliana Morris
big facts right here
5 upvotes
Lucas Wood
same here
4 upvotes
Hazel R.
Moved here from LA about 8 years ago. it's not perfect but it works for me. Still getting used to traffic but Definitely worth checking out..
1 upvotes