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Working remotely from Granite City
It's a a smaller city city with about 26,670 people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
18 upvotes
14 Replies
Cooper Lewis
I work in hospitality here and it exceeded my expectations. The job market for my field is better than expected. Definitely worth checking out..
40 upvotes
Kaylee J.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are solid, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
39 upvotes
Carter Richardson
Hot take but it's not perfect but it works for me. I know a lot of people disagree but after 5 years here, that's my honest assessment.
37 upvotes
Abigail Cook
We moved here with our family and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Schools in Fairview area are excellent. Kids love it here.
34 upvotes
Kyle W.
This.
30 upvotes
Evelyn Clark
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a real estate agent, 30, moved here 9 years ago from Austin. I've lived in Westside and Meadowbrook, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Low crime in most neighborhoods
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Chain restaurants dominate
2. Dating scene is rough
3. The pet-friendliness situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Westside: Great for young professionals. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Meadowbrook: 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 Austin, everything felt tough. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $100K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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.
Background: I'm a real estate agent, 30, moved here 9 years ago from Austin. I've lived in Westside and Meadowbrook, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Low crime in most neighborhoods
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally surprisingly good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Chain restaurants dominate
2. Dating scene is rough
3. The pet-friendliness situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Westside: Great for young professionals. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Meadowbrook: 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 Austin, everything felt tough. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $100K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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.
23 upvotes
David Wood
As someone who grew up here, it's been a really good experience overall. A lot has changed in the past few years though. nightlife used to be much competitive but now it's pretty good.
22 upvotes
Mason Lopez
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a data analyst who relocated here from Pittsburgh about 5 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Active local events and festivals
- Good airport with direct flights
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Nightlife is limited
- Road conditions need improvement
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are affordable, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Definitely worth checking out..
I'm a data analyst who relocated here from Pittsburgh about 5 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Active local events and festivals
- Good airport with direct flights
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Nightlife is limited
- Road conditions need improvement
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are affordable, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Definitely worth checking out..
19 upvotes
Piper King
I'm a nurse and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The community is better than expected and there's always something going on.
16 upvotes
Daniel T.
Moved here from Seattle about 3 years ago. it was the best decision I ever made. Still getting used to public transit but Definitely worth checking out..
14 upvotes
Parker Morris
Bought a house here in 2020 and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
12 upvotes
Jonathan Young
nah I disagree
11 upvotes
Vivian Rogers
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a project manager who relocated here from Charlotte about 13 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Nice parks and green spaces
Cons that are real:
- Property taxes are high
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Financially, we've found it underrated compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are wild, gas is decent.
Socially, it exceeded my expectations. Happy to answer more specific questions..
I'm a project manager who relocated here from Charlotte about 13 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Nice parks and green spaces
Cons that are real:
- Property taxes are high
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Financially, we've found it underrated compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are wild, gas is decent.
Socially, it exceeded my expectations. Happy to answer more specific questions..
9 upvotes
Genesis Brooks
As someone who grew up here, I'm still on the fence after all this time. A lot has changed in the past few years though. pet-friendliness used to be much stable but now it's decent.
4 upvotes