OK so I'm a teacher here and The unemployment rate is 2.4%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $112,125 in Granger. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Let me know your thoughts. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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Evan Ramos
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a sales manager who relocated here from San Diego about 15 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Good healthcare facilities
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are wild, gas is underrated.
Socially, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..