mason_dude jobs Jun 5, 2025

I'm a teacher here and Median household income is $42,778, which feels on the lower side for the area. Poverty rate is 18.7%, which is higher than I expected. Homes are going for about $110,200 on average. Average temperature is around 59--F, so the weather is moderate. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Worth the trade-offs? The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. 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. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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