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Scarlett P.
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Working in Farmington -salaries realistic?
Random thought, Is this normal for Farmington? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Ryan Scott
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Pine Hills for 5 years. Moved from Baltimore for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is surprisingly good. We bought in 2019 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
engineering is strong here. consulting is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are manageable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
the quality of life is solid. The outdoor scene is decent - we have state parks within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Pine Hills schools are challenging. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Rising rent and home prices. Homeless population growing downtown. And dating scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 6/10. Definitely worth checking out.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in Pine Hills for 5 years. Moved from Baltimore for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is surprisingly good. We bought in 2019 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
engineering is strong here. consulting is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are manageable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
the quality of life is solid. The outdoor scene is decent - we have state parks within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Pine Hills schools are challenging. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Rising rent and home prices. Homeless population growing downtown. And dating scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 6/10. Definitely worth checking out.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
33 upvotes
Kai
Came here for quality of life and stayed because it exceeded my expectations. The dating scene is honestly hit or miss and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
31 upvotes
Oliver Evans
Totally agree!
28 upvotes
Connor Hall
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.
I've been here 3 years and the quality of life is solid. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's growing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the outdoor recreation is legit. And if you're into running, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Downtown side vs the Pine Hills side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
I've been here 3 years and the quality of life is solid. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's growing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the outdoor recreation is legit. And if you're into running, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Downtown side vs the Pine Hills side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
27 upvotes
Michael R.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it was the best decision I ever made. Internet is average in most areas.
24 upvotes
Katherine L.
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is housing market. I genuinely enjoy living here. Worth doing your research before committing.
19 upvotes
sofia_chef
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is safety. I genuinely enjoy living here. Worth doing your research before committing.
18 upvotes
Roger P.
I'm a electrician and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. The community is surprisingly good and there's always something going on.
15 upvotes
Kayden R.
haha yep pretty much
12 upvotes
Axel T.
Weather-wise, the summers are hit or miss and winters are affordable. You get used to it after the first year.
8 upvotes
Ariana Alvarez
As someone who grew up here, it's been a really good experience overall. A lot has changed in the past few years though. dating scene used to be much established but now it's hit or miss.
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Zoey Martin
As someone who grew up here, it's improved dramatically in recent years. A lot has changed in the past few years though. school system used to be much growing but now it's better than expected.
6 upvotes
Robert Ramirez
exactly what I was thinking
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Delilah Garcia
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I love the pace of life here. Internet is excellent in most areas.
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Mia P.
My experience has been mostly positive. I'm still on the fence after all this time. The only thing I'd watch out for is community vibe. Other than that, It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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