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Allison H. living

Raising a family in Fairbanks -thoughts?

Alright, I grew up here but left for a while. Crime rate is something to consider -Fairbanks sits at 784.3 per 100K. Homes are going for about $255,700 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Should I be concerned? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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Ellie
I've been living here for 1 years and I'd say there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The cultural scene is average compared to other places I've lived. Overall Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Paisley Hill
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is cultural scene. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Gabriel
Totally agree!
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