I relocated for work and Median household income is $142,402, which feels pretty solid for the area. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Am I wrong here? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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Jose Baker
+1
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Evan Wright
it depends on the neighborhood
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Isabelle Clark
Weather-wise, the summers are solid and winters are growing. You get used to it after the first year.
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Randy Y.
nah I disagree
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Ian Wright
Can confirm, been here 15 years.
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Alice D.
haha yep pretty much
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Michael E.
We moved here with our family and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Schools in Fairview area are excellent. Kids love it here.
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Genesis R.
We moved here with our family and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Schools in North area are better than expected. Kids love it here.
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Amanda G.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a lawyer, 25, moved here 11 years ago from LA. I've lived in East and Cedar Grove, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Lots of new development happening
4. The people are generally hit or miss - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited public transit options
2. Urban sprawl is real
3. The school system situation is reasonable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- East: Great for retirees. surprisingly good vibes, walkable.
- Cedar Grove: 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 LA, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is wild. You can live comfortably on $60K-$80K here.
**Final verdict:**
Feel free to reach out with questions.. 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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Isaiah
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are challenging, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Avery Torres
yep
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Leonardo Ramirez
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want weather, then yeah this place is great. But if healthcare matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Jordan Johnson
as a local I can confirm
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Gianna K.
My experience has been mostly positive. the quality of life is solid. The only thing I'd watch out for is school system. Other than that, Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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