Hello, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 66--F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $752,000 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 70,179 people. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What do you all think? The weather takes some getting used to. The suburbs are where most families end up. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Easton Martin
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are decent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Harper Smith
Hot take but I'm still on the fence after all this time. I know a lot of people disagree but after 2 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Landon Long
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value walkability, you'll love it. The cost of living is genuinely solid and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. My neighborhood (Riverside) is stable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Miami, be prepared for the culture shock. weather is completely different here. And Rising rent and home prices.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Valentina King
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value healthcare, you'll love it. The food scene is genuinely improving and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. My neighborhood (Springfield) is manageable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Seattle, be prepared for the culture shock. walkability is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Madeline
honestly same experience here
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Kinsley Morgan
yep
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Emmett C.
exactly what I was thinking
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Nova Ward
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Internet is underrated in most areas.
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native_ian37
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem surprisingly good.
I've been here 9 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is nightlife. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into kayaking, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Eastside side vs the South side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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mountain_david50
I've been living here for 4 years and I'd say it's improved dramatically in recent years. The healthcare is tough compared to other places I've lived. Overall It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Cameron Patel
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem tough.
I've been here 5 years and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the walkability is legit. And if you're into rock climbing, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Fairview side vs the Cedar Grove side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
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