Hey folks, Household incomes average around $67,760 in Dallas. Average temperature is around 69°F, so the weather is moderate. The unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What neighborhoods would you suggest? The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The city has invested a lot in new development. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some getting used to. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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Jackson K.
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Hannah Howard
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Highland for 13 years. Moved from Houston for family. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is challenging. We bought in 2022 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
construction is strong here. retail is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are established for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I'm still on the fence after all this time. The outdoor scene is surprisingly good - we have beaches within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Highland schools are solid. 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. Limited high-paying job options. Homeless population growing downtown. And public transit can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 8/10. Definitely worth checking out.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Thomas Smith
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want walkability, then yeah this place is great. But if dating scene matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Jayden Phillips
I'm a social worker and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The community is improving and there's always something going on.
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Skylar Davis
Bought a house here in 2023 and it's exactly what I was looking for. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Kaylee Jones
I've been living here for 5 years and I'd say it's improved dramatically in recent years. The outdoor recreation is pretty good compared to other places I've lived. Overall It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Caroline Ramirez
been saying this for years
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Oliver K.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want traffic, then yeah this place is great. But if community vibe matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Jacob Evans
As someone who grew up here, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. A lot has changed in the past few years though. healthcare used to be much affordable but now it's improving.
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Luna Garcia
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Abigail W.
The food scene here is surprisingly good. Tons of great Indian places. it's been a really good experience overall.
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Clara Jackson
The food scene here is underrated. Tons of great craft beer places. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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Luna K.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 2 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Highland. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in tech. If you're in construction you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like Asian.
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