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10 discussions from residents and visitors

Asher Gomez

Rent in Defiance getting crazy

Random thought, We're a young couple and You can expect to pay around $841 for rent here. The city has invested a lot in new development. What are your go-to spots? Any help is appreciated. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

3 replies 9 upvotes housing
Wyatt Kelly

Just moved to Defiance, any tips?

Hey everyone, Been living here since 2007. Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $63,118 in Defiance. With a population of 16,830, Defiance is a small town. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. Worth the trade-...

9 replies 15 upvotes moving
Madeline Rogers

Is Defiance good for remote workers?

Longtime lurker here, I grew up here but left for a while. The median home value here is around $134,600, which is actually reasonable. Homes are going for about $134,600 on average. The unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. With a population of 16,830, Defiance is a small town. Household ...

7 replies 12 upvotes jobs
Willow Torres

Defiance job market vs Pittsburgh

Hello, Homes are going for about $134,600 on average. Let me know your thoughts. Thanks in advance!

1 replies 0 upvotes jobs
Bennett Thomas

Relocating to Defiance, OH -pros and cons?

Longtime lurker here, I work in finance and You can expect to pay around $841 for rent here. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. The median home value here is around $134,600, which is actually reasonable. Homes are going for about $134,600 on average. It's not perfect, but ...

6 replies 6 upvotes moving
omaharider2020

Moving to Defiance for work -advice?

Curious what people think. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Let me know your thoughts. Cheers.

1 replies 12 upvotes moving
Madeline Rogers

Anyone regret moving to Defiance?

First post here. I'm a remote worker and Rent is about $841/month for a decent place. Has anyone dealt with this? Thanks!

5 replies 12 upvotes moving
Bennett Thomas

Best hidden gems in Defiance

Alright, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Rent is about $841/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. ...

3 replies 11 upvotes best-worst
omaharider2020

Is Defiance worth moving to in 2026?

Alright, I'm a teacher here and You can expect to pay around $841 for rent here. Median household income is $63,118, which feels about average for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Defiance sits at 132.5 per 100K. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, bu...

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