Random thought, I'm originally from Sacramento and Homes are going for about $441,900 on average. Household incomes average around $101,814 in Goodyear. It's a a mid-size city city with about 103K people. Median household income is $101,814, which feels pretty solid for the area. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What would you do? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to.
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Andrew S.
accurate
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Thomas Wilson
Came here for retirement and stayed because it's been a really good experience overall. The cultural scene is honestly average and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Levi Rivera
underrated comment
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Leo W.
yep
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Matthew Evans
hmm interesting perspective
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Lillian Thomas
Bought a house here in 2017 and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Jeremiah Bailey
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a project manager who relocated here from Portland about 7 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Lots of new development happening
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Nightlife is limited
Financially, we've found it decent compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are established, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Definitely worth checking out..
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James K.
hard disagree but ok
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Aurora P.
not my experience at all
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Xavier Williams
exactly what I was thinking
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Sophia K.
preach
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Caleb Diaz
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Internet is hit or miss in most areas.
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Carolyn K.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in The Heights for 11 years. Moved from Baltimore for school. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is decent. We bought in 2015 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals.
**Employment:**
engineering is strong here. hospitality is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are competitive for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it exceeded my expectations. The outdoor scene is average - we have ski resorts within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. The Heights schools are underrated. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Road conditions need improvement. Bugs and humidity in summer. And weather can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 6/10. Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Silas Sanchez
The food scene here is better than expected. Tons of great Indian places. it's been a really good experience overall.
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