Hey folks, I'm a remote worker and You can expect to pay around $1,162 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 1.2%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
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William T.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in South for 14 years. Moved from San Francisco for school. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is improving. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
marketing is strong here. real estate is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is decent - we have national forests within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. South schools are surprisingly good. 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. Dating scene is rough. And housing market can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 8/10. Would recommend to anyone considering it.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Luke Martinez
Came here for cost of living and stayed because it's been a really good experience overall. The food scene is honestly average and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Autumn W.
same here
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Adeline Cruz
The food scene here is hit or miss. Tons of great Southern places. I love the pace of life here.
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Gianna Hall
Hot take but there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. I know a lot of people disagree but after 3 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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