Alright, It's a a small town city with about 14,138 people. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. You can expect to pay around $839 for rent here. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Anyone in a similar situation? Any help is appreciated. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. 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.
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Axel D.
Totally agree!
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Mason Brooks
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem excellent.
I've been here 2 years and it was the best decision I ever made. The thing nobody mentions is nightlife. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cultural scene is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Maple Ridge side vs the Greenfield side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
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isabelle_runner
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.
I've been here 10 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's growing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into running, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Uptown side vs the Midtown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Anna Castillo
My experience has been mostly positive. it was the best decision I ever made. The only thing I'd watch out for is school system. Other than that, Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Declan Walker
I'm a teacher and I've found I love the pace of life here. The community is average and there's always something going on.
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santiago_lover
I've lived in Midtown for about 3 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's not perfect but it works for me. When I first moved here from LA, I was surprised by food scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Strong job market in several industries
- The walkability scene is tough
The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for retirees. Hope this helps!.
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austinchef2021
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 1 years ago from Nashville 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 West. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in education. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: surprisingly good. Tons of options if you like Italian.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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