I'm a remote worker and Median household income is $80,000, which feels about average for the area. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Thoughts?
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Jack Castillo
Used to live on the South side, now on the Highland side. Completely different vibe. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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Ryan Phillips
good to know, thanks
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Quinn Ramos
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want pet-friendliness, then yeah this place is great. But if cultural scene matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Jace Watson
this is the way
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Aaliyah Parker
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I love the pace of life here. Definitely worth checking out..
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Bruce T.
following this thread
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Nova P.
Bought a house here in 2022 and it's exactly what I was looking for. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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mason_guy
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is community vibe. the quality of life is solid. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Jace Jackson
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem improving.
I've been here 3 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is dating scene. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cultural scene is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is tough.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the Midtown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
No regrets on my end..
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Kaylee Murphy
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Greenfield for 14 years. Moved from Tampa for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is pretty good. We bought in 2017 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. marketing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are wild for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it was the best decision I ever made. The outdoor scene is challenging - we have state parks within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Greenfield schools are pretty good. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Not a lot of cultural diversity. Dating scene is rough. And healthcare can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 5/10. Good luck with whatever you decide.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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serenity_lover
I'm a HR manager and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. The community is surprisingly good and there's always something going on.
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Axel Chavez
been saying this for years
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Logan Brooks
As someone who grew up here, it's not perfect but it works for me. A lot has changed in the past few years though. outdoor recreation used to be much developing but now it's improving.
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