I'm single, late 20s, and Poverty rate is 13.1%, which is around average. Average temperature is around 51°F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $1,191 for rent here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Thanks for reading. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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Aubrey Peterson
I've lived in Uptown for about 14 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from San Diego, I was surprised by walkability. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Active local events and festivals
- The public transit scene is solid
The downsides:
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for families. Definitely worth checking out..
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Isaiah Taylor
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a social worker who relocated here from Seattle about 1 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good healthcare facilities
Cons that are real:
- Property taxes are high
- Chain restaurants dominate
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are stable, gas is tough.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Hope this helps!.
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sacramento_ezekiel
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I love the pace of life here. Internet is challenging in most areas.
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Landon M.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Internet is tough in most areas.
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indy_carter
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Pittsburgh and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Downtown. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in government. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 15 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Vietnamese.
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