Ian Parker moving Apr 8, 2026

Hey everyone, The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $165,200, which is actually reasonable. With a population of 1,539, Garden City is a small town. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What do you all think? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather takes some getting used to. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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