Hello, I'm retired and Household incomes average around $36,889 in Gooding. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Am I overthinking this? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Madeline Hernandez
This.
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Oliver Brown
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a accountant, 46, moved here 14 years ago from San Francisco. I've lived in Meadowbrook and Greenfield, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Low crime in most neighborhoods
2. Four distinct seasons
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Rising rent and home prices
2. Not a lot of cultural diversity
3. The food scene situation is pricey and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Meadowbrook: Great for couples. tough vibes, walkable.
- Greenfield: 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 San Francisco, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $40K-$130K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. 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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Declan Patel
Bought a house here in 2020 and it's been a really good experience overall. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Keith H.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it exceeded my expectations. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Arianna
Bought a house here in 2022 and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Leah Bennett
Public transit is surprisingly good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I love the pace of life here.
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