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Santiago Ward
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Day-to-day life in Fort Wayne, IN
Anyone else feel this way? I relocated for work and It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Anyone in a similar situation?
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Emilia Gomez
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a chef who relocated here from San Diego about 14 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good schools in most areas
- Strong job market in several industries
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Dating scene is rough
Financially, we've found it solid compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are established, gas is tough.
Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
I'm a chef who relocated here from San Diego about 14 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good schools in most areas
- Strong job market in several industries
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Dating scene is rough
Financially, we've found it solid compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are established, gas is tough.
Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Carter Parker
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Natalie M.
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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Jack W.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.
I've been here 1 years and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The thing nobody mentions is dating scene. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the safety is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is pretty good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The South side vs the Fairview side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
I've been here 1 years and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The thing nobody mentions is dating scene. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the safety is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is pretty good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The South side vs the Fairview side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
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