Connor Allen moving Feb 28, 2026

I'm a college student here and It's a a smaller city city with about 39,491 people. Average temperature is around 57--F, so the weather is moderate. Poverty rate is 14.5%, which is around average. Rent is about $1,252/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What would you do? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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