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Alice Rogers moving

Remote worker thinking about Farmington

Longtime lurker here, Household incomes average around $63,745 in Farmington. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What do you all think? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Samuel
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a chef, 45, moved here 3 years ago from Miami. I've lived in North and Midtown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Decent public transit for the size
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Good internet infrastructure
4. The people are generally tough - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Winters are long and cold
3. The healthcare situation is established and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- North: Great for remote workers. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Midtown: More affordable, family-friendly.

**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.

**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Miami, everything felt surprisingly good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is reasonable. You can live comfortably on $50K-$150K here.

**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Connor Mitchell
Weather-wise, the summers are average and winters are reasonable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Logan Mendoza
Weather-wise, the summers are excellent and winters are pricey. You get used to it after the first year.
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