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Random thought, Crime rate is something to consider -Erie sits at 496.7 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $836 for rent here. The median home value here is around $108,200, which is actually reasonable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. I'd say it's better for families than young single...
Anyone else feel this way? We're a young couple and The median home value here is around $108,200, which is actually reasonable. Homes are going for about $108,200 on average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Let me know your thoughts. Propert...
Hi all, I've been here for 20 years and The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What neighborhoods would you suggest?
OK so You can expect to pay around $836 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -Erie sits at 496.7 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. Is this normal for Erie? Looking forward to hearing from you all. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
Hey everyone, My family moved here when I was a kid. The median home value here is around $108,200, which is actually reasonable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
Random thought, You can expect to pay around $836 for rent here. Poverty rate is 19.6%, which is higher than I expected. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What do you all think? T...
Hi all, It's a a smaller city city with about 94,156 people. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I wrong here? TIA!
OK so I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 19.6%, which is higher than I expected. With a population of 94,156, Erie is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Cost of livin...
Alright, It's a a smaller city city with about 94,156 people. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
Not sure if this has been asked before, but I relocated for work and Poverty rate is 19.6%, which is higher than I expected. Household incomes average around $43,397 in Erie. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $108,200 on average. The suburbs are w...
Hi all, I'm originally from Albuquerque and Homes are going for about $108,200 on average. You can expect to pay around $836 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. TIA! Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know ...
Hello, Poverty rate is 19.6%, which is higher than I expected. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What neighborhoods would you suggest? It's a very car-d...
We have two kids and You can expect to pay around $836 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. With a population of 94,156, Erie is a smaller city. Median household income is $43,397, which feels on the lower side for the area. It's a very car-dependent city, for better...
Hey folks, With a population of 94,156, Erie is a smaller city. Am I wrong here? The weather takes some getting used to.
We have two kids and The median home value here is around $108,200, which is actually reasonable. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Let me know your thoughts.
Hi all, Military spouse here. The median home value here is around $108,200, which is actually reasonable. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development. Worth the trade-offs?
Rent is about $836/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Erie sits at 496.7 per 100K. Poverty rate is 19.6%, which is higher than I expected. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of commu...
Hey folks, The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Thoughts? Any help is appreciated.
Been meaning to ask this. Crime rate is something to consider -Erie sits at 496.7 per 100K. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Am I overthinking this? Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
Hi all, Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Am I wrong here? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
Curious what people think. I'm a college student here and Poverty rate is 19.6%, which is higher than I expected. Homes are going for about $108,200 on average. The city has invested a lot in new development. Should I be concerned? Looking forward to hearing from you all. The suburbs are where most ...
I've been working remotely from Erie for 12 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: pretty reasonable Internet: Could be better but workable with a good provi...
Hey folks, I'm a 35-year-old contractor and Household incomes average around $43,397 in Erie. Homes are going for about $108,200 on average. Median household income is $43,397, which feels on the lower side for the area. Poverty rate is 19.6%, which is higher than I expected. With a population of 94...
Hey, Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Would love some local perspective. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
Hey, Born and raised here. Poverty rate is 19.6%, which is higher than I expected. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
First post here. Rent is about $836/month for a decent place. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
Longtime lurker here, I'm retired and Median household income is $43,397, which feels on the lower side for the area. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
So, Median household income is $43,397, which feels on the lower side for the area. Homes are going for about $108,200 on average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Any advice would be great. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Public transit needs a lot of work hon...
Born and raised here. You can expect to pay around $836 for rent here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Has anyone dealt with this?
I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 19.6%, which is higher than I expected. Homes are going for about $108,200 on average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Does thi...
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