Poverty rate is 19.9%, which is higher than I expected. You can expect to pay around $678 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. TIA! The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Aubrey Long
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 15 years ago from New York and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Highland. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in hospitality. If you're in engineering you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like sushi.
No regrets on my end..
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Ellie Martin
I've lived in North for about 1 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Minneapolis, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Strong job market in several industries
- The cultural scene scene is excellent
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for remote workers. Happy to answer more specific questions..