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Day-to-day life in Daytona Beach, FL

OK so We're a young couple and Median household income is $50,130, which feels on the lower side for the area. The median home value here is around $244,300, which is actually reasonable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Has anyone dealt with this?
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Jack Parker
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are excellent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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cool_benjamin70
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.

I've been here 9 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.

That said, the safety is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is challenging.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Westside side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.

Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Joseph Wood
I've lived in Greenfield for about 14 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

it's not perfect but it works for me. When I first moved here from Minneapolis, I was surprised by walkability. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Four distinct seasons
- The outdoor recreation scene is tough

The downsides:
- Can feel isolated
- Far from beaches/mountains

Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for couples. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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