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The good and bad of living in Findlay

Hey everyone, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Poverty rate is 8.4%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $917 for rent here. Rent is about $917/month for a decent place. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

Pros:
- Good job market
- Friendly people
- Close to nature
- Diverse community
- Lots of new development

Cons:
- Cold winters
- Sprawl everywhere
- Limited dining options
- High property taxes
Am I wrong here? Any help is appreciated. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The city has invested a lot in new development. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The weather takes some getting used to. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Melanie O.
it depends on the neighborhood
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proud_landon80
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 15 years ago from San Francisco and here's my honest breakdown:

Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Old Town. It's surprisingly good for what you get.

Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in tech you might struggle.

People: Generally pretty good. It took about 8 months to build a solid friend group.

Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Korean.

Hope this helps!.
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