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Garner, NC Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

Mia E.

Best companies to work for in Garner?

So, I've been here for 4 years and Average temperature is around 59--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $77,496, which feels about average for the area. Rent is about $1,452/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Garner sits at 253.7 per 100K. The food ...

18 replies 5 upvotes jobs
Leonardo Torres

Honest thoughts on life in Garner

Hey folks, We're a young couple and Poverty rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The city has invested a lot in new development. Cost of...

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Nora P.

The good and bad of living in Garner

Born and raised here. Poverty rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What would you do? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-l...

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Lillian Walker

Affordable areas near Garner?

Hello, The city has invested a lot in new development. Should I be concerned?

0 replies 22 upvotes housing
Isla Price

Honest thoughts on life in Garner

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Median household income is $77,496, which feels about average for the area. The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What would you do?

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Gabriel Cooper

Best areas to explore in Garner?

So, We have two kids and Homes are going for about $320,300 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Garner sits at 253.7 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Looking forward to hearing from you all. It's not perfect,...

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Genesis

Co-working spaces in Garner?

Random thought, Born and raised here. Household incomes average around $77,496 in Garner. With a population of 32,543, Garner is a smaller city. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What are your go-to spots?

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Emma Morgan

Best companies to work for in Garner?

Hey folks, We have two kids and The median home value here is around $320,300, which seems about average. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus...

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Aaliyah Garcia

Commute times in Garner -how bad?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a 37-year-old sales rep and Poverty rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Garner sits at 253.7 per 100K. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Does this match your experience?

5 replies 22 upvotes jobs
Nora P.

Best companies to work for in Garner?

First post here. I'm single, late 20s, and Homes are going for about $320,300 on average. Rent is about $1,452/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 32,543 people. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. Let me know your thoughts....

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Genesis

Anyone regret moving to Garner?

Hey folks, I grew up here but left for a while. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Mia E.

Best neighborhoods to rent in Garner?

Anyone else feel this way? Just moved here 15 months ago and Poverty rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $320,300, which seems about average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Does this match your ...

26 replies 21 upvotes housing
Aaliyah Garcia

Housing market in Garner right now

Random thought, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and It's a a smaller city city with about 32,543 people. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, n...

11 replies 13 upvotes housing
Isla Price

Affordable areas near Garner?

So, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and With a population of 32,543, Garner is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 59--F, so the weather is moderate. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Property taxes are high but yo...

15 replies 21 upvotes housing
Nora Carter

Job hunting in Garner -tips?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a teacher here and With a population of 32,543, Garner is a smaller city. Homes are going for about $320,300 on average. You can expect to pay around $1,452 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles....

13 replies 9 upvotes jobs
Emma Morgan

Just moved to Garner, any tips?

Hello, I'm a remote worker and Crime rate is something to consider -Garner sits at 253.7 per 100K. It's a a smaller city city with about 32,543 people. Homes are going for about $320,300 on average. With a population of 32,543, Garner is a smaller city. Median household income is $77,496, which feel...

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Leonardo Torres

Garner is underrated, change my mind

Just moved here 18 months ago and It's a a smaller city city with about 32,543 people. You can expect to pay around $1,452 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surp...

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axel_heart

Couple moving to Garner from out of state

Hi all, My partner and I are You can expect to pay around $1,452 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to. Should I be concerned? TIA!

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