Hey, My partner and I are With a population of 10,221, Fort Madison is a small town. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Worth the trade-offs? The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
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Maya F.
I work in engineering here and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The job market for my field is excellent. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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David Alvarez
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. the quality of life is solid. Internet is decent in most areas.
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Sophie S.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are better than expected, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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brielle_chef
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. it's not perfect but it works for me. Compared to Chicago it's challenging.
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