Hey everyone, I grew up here but left for a while. Poverty rate is 33.0%, which is higher than I expected. Crime rate is something to consider -Glasgow Village sits at 916.8 per 100K. Household incomes average around $38,571 in Glasgow Village. The unemployment rate is 6.0%, which is about average. The suburbs are where most families end up. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Worth the trade-offs? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surprisingly good. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
13 upvotes
8 Replies
Allison King
been saying this for years
37 upvotes
Claire Bailey
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a teacher, 28, moved here 2 years ago from Salt Lake City. I've lived in Meadowbrook and South, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Growing food and restaurant scene
3. Close to major attractions
4. The people are generally tough - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Dating scene is rough
2. Limited entertainment options
3. The dating scene situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Meadowbrook: Great for couples. challenging vibes, walkable.
- South: 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 excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are wild. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $80K-$130K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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.
20 upvotes
Aaliyah
Used to live on the North side, now on the Maple Ridge side. Completely different vibe. it's exactly what I was looking for.
17 upvotes
Kennedy Torres
Can confirm, been here 15 years.
14 upvotes
Bennett M.
Used to live on the Sunset side, now on the Cedar Grove side. Completely different vibe. I have mixed feelings honestly.
13 upvotes
Sadie Wood
Used to live on the West side, now on the Maple Ridge side. Completely different vibe. it was the best decision I ever made.
13 upvotes
Santiago Castillo
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's been a really good experience overall. Internet is decent in most areas.
All Countries
