Hi all, We have two kids and Rent is about $2,523/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Would love some local perspective. Thanks! Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Ezekiel James
lol so true
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chicago_nathan
Hot take but it's improved dramatically in recent years. I know a lot of people disagree but after 13 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Lillian Peterson
I've been living here for 3 years and I'd say there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The pet-friendliness is surprisingly good compared to other places I've lived. Overall Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Mackenzie Turner
couldn't agree more
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Alexander Rodriguez
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from LA and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in North. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 10 months to build a solid friend group.
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