Anyone else feel this way? I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Rent is about $938/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 1.7%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.
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Genesis Ortiz
I've been living here for 7 years and I'd say it's not perfect but it works for me. The nightlife is excellent compared to other places I've lived. Overall Hope this helps!.
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Leah Parker
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 3 years ago from Portland and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Fairview. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in tech. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Lucy Young
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 6 years and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The thing nobody mentions is job market. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the healthcare is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is hit or miss.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The The Heights side vs the Springfield side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Isaiah R.
Weather-wise, the summers are hit or miss and winters are reasonable. You get used to it after the first year.
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