Been meaning to ask this. Median household income is $45,213, which feels on the lower side for the area. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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Aurora Ruiz
hmm interesting perspective
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Isaiah Sanders
underrated comment
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Roger S.
couldn't agree more
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Lucy
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a chef who relocated here from Dallas about 1 years ago. The main reasons were school and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good healthcare facilities
- Four distinct seasons
Cons that are real:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Limited high-paying job options
Financially, we've found it challenging compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are stable, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, it exceeded my expectations. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Oliver Ramirez
glad someone said it
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sofia_soul
As someone who grew up here, it exceeded my expectations. A lot has changed in the past few years though. school system used to be much stable but now it's better than expected.
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Bennett M.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from New York and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in West. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in retail. If you're in retail you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: improving. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Eleanor Foster
facts
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Caroline Peterson
underrated comment
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Harper Thompson
haha yep pretty much
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Sarah F.
Bought a house here in 2024 and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Logan Ruiz
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from Seattle about 7 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and a job opportunity.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good internet infrastructure
- Close to major attractions
- Affordable housing options
Cons that are real:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Homeless population growing downtown
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are stable, gas is improving.
Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. Definitely worth checking out..
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Jayden Jackson
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value outdoor recreation, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely tough and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. My neighborhood (Cedar Grove) is growing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Minneapolis, be prepared for the culture shock. cost of living is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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