detroit_victoria
moving
Couple moving to Fort Scott from out of state
Hey, Median household income is $60,799, which feels about average for the area. What would you do?
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5 Replies
Silas L.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a software engineer who relocated here from Pittsburgh about 14 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Lots of new development happening
- Affordable housing options
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Chain restaurants dominate
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are manageable, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
I'm a software engineer who relocated here from Pittsburgh about 14 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Lots of new development happening
- Affordable housing options
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Chain restaurants dominate
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are manageable, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
39 upvotes
Valentina Anderson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 2 years ago from Miami and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Highland. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in construction. If you're in education you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 9 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Highland. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in construction. If you're in education you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 9 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like Mediterranean.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
22 upvotes
Jose Hernandez
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want public transit, then yeah this place is great. But if community vibe matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
21 upvotes
Waylon Jackson
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are average, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Logan Brooks
noted, appreciate it
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