Hey folks, I'm a 44-year-old physical therapist and Average temperature is around 59--F, so the weather is moderate. The median home value here is around $129,100, which is actually reasonable. Household incomes average around $52,251 in Evansville. Median household income is $52,251, which feels on the lower side for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Evansville sits at 612.6 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Let me know your thoughts. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs are where most families end up.
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Ezekiel Moore
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 1 years ago from Raleigh and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Riverside. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in tech. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Stephanie R.
I've lived in Cedar Grove for about 14 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from Nashville, I was surprised by public transit. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Lots of new development happening
- Close to major attractions
- The community vibe scene is solid
The downsides:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for retirees. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Daniel Hill
I work in hospitality here and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The job market for my field is pretty good. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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