Anyone else feel this way? It's a a mid-size city city with about 141K people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Worth the trade-offs? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Everett G.
As someone who grew up here, it's been a really good experience overall. A lot has changed in the past few years though. traffic used to be much stable but now it's hit or miss.
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Cora Kim
I work in retail here and it exceeded my expectations. The job market for my field is challenging. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Carson Cooper
yep
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Ezekiel Kelly
Public transit is better than expected here. You'll probably need a car for most things. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Kelly W.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a chef, 57, moved here 1 years ago from Salt Lake City. I've lived in Highland and Old Town, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Decent public transit for the size
4. The people are generally underrated - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Chain restaurants dominate
2. Dating scene is rough
3. The cultural scene situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Highland: Great for remote workers. challenging vibes, walkable.
- Old Town: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Salt Lake City, everything felt better than expected. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $80K-$150K here.
**Final verdict:**
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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