Hey everyone, Median household income is $64,368, which feels about average for the area. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Michael Adams
This.
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Everett B.
wish I knew this sooner
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Elena Edwards
preach
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Christian O.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Eastside. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in engineering. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Ezra S.
this is the way
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Samuel Walker
accurate
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Emma Reyes
I've lived in Highland for about 10 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by cultural scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Lots of new development happening
- The cost of living scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for retirees. It's not for everyone but it works for us..