I'm single, late 30s, and It's a a small town city with about 13,863 people. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What are your go-to spots?
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Ryan
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are tough, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Julian Smith
I'm a lawyer and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. The community is excellent and there's always something going on.
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Jack Martinez
We moved here with our family and the quality of life is solid. Schools in Oak Park area are decent. Kids love it here.
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Isaac Murphy
Can confirm, been here 5 years.
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Brooks Alvarez
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Internet is decent in most areas.
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Christian Mendoza
I've lived in Fairview for about 2 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it was the best decision I ever made. When I first moved here from Raleigh, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Decent public transit for the size
- The safety scene is tough
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for couples. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Ruby Gonzalez
I've been living here for 7 years and I'd say it exceeded my expectations. The healthcare is challenging compared to other places I've lived. Overall No regrets on my end..
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Nolan Green
We moved here with our family and it's exactly what I was looking for. Schools in Downtown area are underrated. Kids love it here.
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Sebastian J.
exactly what I was thinking
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Daniel S.
Hot take but it's improved dramatically in recent years. I know a lot of people disagree but after 5 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Claire King
I work in education here and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The job market for my field is hit or miss. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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charlotte_kinsley
not my experience at all
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Nathan Gutierrez
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from Pittsburgh and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in The Heights. It's surprisingly good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 15 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
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