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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Sofia Patel

Dog-friendly places in Erie?

Been meaning to ask this. Military spouse here. It's a a smaller city city with about 31,927 people. Homes are going for about $685,900 on average. The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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John S.

Raising a family in Erie -thoughts?

With a population of 31,927, Erie is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Would love some local perspective. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where...

2 replies 17 upvotes living
Isaac King

Best apartments in Erie under ?

Hello, I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $2,775 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Any help is appreciated. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than y...

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Joseph Evans

Is Erie a good place to live?

So, Been living here since 2021. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 31,927, Erie is a smaller city. Poverty rate is 2.4%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $2,775 for rent here. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a ver...

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Isaac King

Best kept secrets of Erie, CO

Hello, I relocated for work and The median home value here is around $685,900, which is pretty steep. Homes are going for about $685,900 on average. The city has invested a lot in new development. What do you all think? The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot in new dev...

0 replies 26 upvotes best-worst
phoenixlocal2024

Anyone else love living in Erie?

Been meaning to ask this. Median household income is $163,644, which feels pretty solid for the area. Homes are going for about $685,900 on average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Appreciate any input.

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John S.

How is Erie for outdoor activities?

Longtime lurker here, I'm originally from Houston and Homes are going for about $685,900 on average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Anyone in a similar situation?

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Sophia K.

How is Erie for outdoor activities?

The city has invested a lot in new development. TIA! The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Owen L.

Best companies to work for in Erie?

Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Worth the trade-offs? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Isaac King

Anyone work in healthcare in Erie?

OK so I'm retired and Household incomes average around $163,644 in Erie. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge...

14 replies 3 upvotes jobs
Isaac King

Moving to Erie with kids -good idea?

Hey, You can expect to pay around $2,775 for rent here. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 2.4%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $685,900, which is pretty steep. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real se...

3 replies 17 upvotes moving
Owen L.

Best companies to work for in Erie?

Longtime lurker here, I work in healthcare and With a population of 31,927, Erie is a smaller city. Rent is about $2,775/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $685,900, which is pretty steep. Homes are going for about $685,900 on average. There's a growing tech scene which i...

2 replies 20 upvotes jobs
Wesley Long

Erie quality of life -am I missing something?

Longtime lurker here, The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $2,775 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Is this normal for Erie? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood...

14 replies 0 upvotes living
Wesley Long

Is Erie worth moving to in 2026?

Hey, The median home value here is around $685,900, which is pretty steep. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 2.4%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $2,775/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot...

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Owen L.

Is Erie worth it salary-wise?

Hello, Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $2,775/month for a decent place. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up. Honestly, I think it's a great place i...

2 replies 21 upvotes jobs
Sofia Patel

Worst things about Erie nobody talks about

Longtime lurker here, I relocated for work and The median home value here is around $685,900, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $2,775 for rent here. Poverty rate is 2.4%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots....

3 replies 14 upvotes best-worst
Lily Smith

Best neighborhoods to rent in Erie?

Hey everyone, I'm retired and It's a a smaller city city with about 31,927 people. Median household income is $163,644, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new developmen...

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benjamin_girl

How much do you pay for rent in Erie?

Hey folks, I'm a remote worker and Rent is about $2,775/month for a decent place. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. Worth the trade-offs?

2 replies 27 upvotes housing
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