I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 12.3%, which is around average. Homes are going for about $295,500 on average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Anyone in a similar situation? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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Caroline Collins
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's not perfect but it works for me. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Robert Gray
Public transit is underrated here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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colton_local
Bought a house here in 2023 and it's been a really good experience overall. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Andrew Harris
glad someone said it
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Sofia Cooper
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Internet is surprisingly good in most areas.
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Eleanor Hernandez
as a local I can confirm
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omaha_aubrey
same here
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Maverick
seconding this
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Christian Brown
glad someone said it
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Bryan E.
Moved here from Boston about 15 years ago. I have mixed feelings honestly. Still getting used to healthcare but Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Jack Lewis
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Savannah
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in The Heights for 8 years. Moved from LA for work. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is solid. We bought in 2015 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
manufacturing is strong here. retail is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are established for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
the quality of life is solid. The outdoor scene is better than expected - we have rivers within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. The Heights schools are decent. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Limited public transit options. Urban sprawl is real. And cost of living can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, I'd say this is a 7/10. No regrets on my end.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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