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Debra P.

Is Green Bay a good place to retire?

My wife and I are planning to retire in the next few years. We're considering Green Bay because of being near family. Weather is moderate — about 49F average. Cost of living looks pretty reasonable. How's the healthcare situation? Any retiree communities?

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Colton Carter

Living in Green Bay -the reality

Random thought, I'm retired and Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $904 for rent here. Poverty rate is 11.9%, which is around average. Rent is about $904/month for a decent place. Median household income is $62,546, which feels about average for...

7 replies 24 upvotes living
Cameron

Just moved to Green Bay, any tips?

Hey folks, Poverty rate is 11.9%, which is around average. Crime rate is something to consider -Green Bay sits at 503.9 per 100K. It's a a mid-size city city with about 107K people. With a population of 107K, Green Bay is a mid-size city. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fa...

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Adrian

Worst things about Green Bay nobody talks about

I grew up here but left for a while. The median home value here is around $191,500, which is actually reasonable. Rent is about $904/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $904 for rent here. Median household income is $62,546, which feels about average for the area. The suburbs are ...

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Leo

Green Bay in the winter -how bad?

Hey, The median home value here is around $191,500, which is actually reasonable. It's a a mid-size city city with about 107K people. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What would you do?

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Olivia B.

Green Bay is underrated, change my mind

Poverty rate is 11.9%, which is around average. Household incomes average around $62,546 in Green Bay. Crime rate is something to consider -Green Bay sits at 503.9 per 100K. Rent is about $904/month for a decent place. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene whi...

1 replies 22 upvotes best-worst
Colton Carter

Couple moving to Green Bay from out of state

I've been here for 2 years and Household incomes average around $62,546 in Green Bay. Crime rate is something to consider -Green Bay sits at 503.9 per 100K. Median household income is $62,546, which feels about average for the area. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decent i...

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Austin Adams

Best industries in Green Bay right now

Longtime lurker here, I'm a college student here and You can expect to pay around $904 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Austin Adams

Is it worth buying in Green Bay?

Been living here since 2009. Homes are going for about $191,500 on average. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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Carter P.

Housing market in Green Bay right now

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm originally from Kansas City and With a population of 107K, Green Bay is a mid-size city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Any advice would be great.

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Noah R.

Rent in Green Bay getting crazy

Random thought, We have two kids and With a population of 107K, Green Bay is a mid-size city. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Appreciate any input. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Night life is decent if you know the righ...

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Isaac King

Best industries in Green Bay right now

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 11.9%, which is around average. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Colton Carter

Most overrated things about Green Bay

Hey folks, Been living here since 2024. Median household income is $62,546, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $191,500, which is actually reasonable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Is this normal for Green Bay?

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Leonardo Johnson

Affordable areas near Green Bay?

Hey folks, I'm a 50-year-old pharmacist and Crime rate is something to consider -Green Bay sits at 503.9 per 100K. The weather takes some getting used to. Any advice would be great. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods...

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Leo

Living in Green Bay -the reality

So, I'm a college student here and You can expect to pay around $904 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -Green Bay sits at 503.9 per 100K. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Thanks for reading. It's not perfect, but the commu...

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Leo

Just moved to Green Bay, any tips?

I'm a 31-year-old lawyer and You can expect to pay around $904 for rent here. Median household income is $62,546, which feels about average for the area. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Thoughts? It's not perfect, but the comm...

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Ellie P.

Is Green Bay good for remote workers?

Household incomes average around $62,546 in Green Bay. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Is this normal for Green Bay?

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Jeremiah Mitchell

Best areas to explore in Green Bay?

So, I've been here for 19 years and Crime rate is something to consider -Green Bay sits at 503.9 per 100K. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Is this normal for Green Bay? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I...

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Austin Adams

Is Green Bay still affordable?

I work in retail and Household incomes average around $62,546 in Green Bay. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Would love some local perspective. It's not perfect, but the community is...

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Adeline S.

Co-working spaces in Green Bay?

First post here. My partner and I are Median household income is $62,546, which feels about average for the area. You can expect to pay around $904 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast -some goo...

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Kinsley Long

How much do you pay for rent in Green Bay?

Hey everyone, I'm a teacher here and Crime rate is something to consider -Green Bay sits at 503.9 per 100K. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is excit...

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Claire

Life in Green Bay as a young professional

Alright, We're a young couple and Poverty rate is 11.9%, which is around average. Household incomes average around $62,546 in Green Bay. You can expect to pay around $904 for rent here. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. I'd say it's better...

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Nova Ward

Is Green Bay good for remote workers?

Rent is about $904/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $191,500 on average. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Has anyone dealt with this? It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Debra P.

Worst things about living in Green Bay

Look, I love Green Bay, but let's be real about the downsides: Traffic can be bad during rush hour Job market is niche Crime in certain neighborhoods is a real concern Don't get me wrong, it's still a great place overall. But people should know what they're getting into.

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Carson Hughes

Green Bay housing prices -when will it stop?

Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. With a population of 107K, Green Bay is a mid-size city. It's a a mid-size city city with about 107K people. You can expect to pay around $904 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-depende...

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Ellie P.

How is Green Bay for outdoor activities?

Hi all, I'm a 51-year-old nurse and With a population of 107K, Green Bay is a mid-size city. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. Worth the trade-offs?

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Adrian

Considering Green Bay vs Austin -help me decide

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a teacher here and The median home value here is around $191,500, which is actually reasonable. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $904 for rent ...

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Genesis Cook

Things that make Green Bay unique

Hey everyone, I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Thoughts? The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Tra...

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Carter P.

Is public transit usable in Green Bay?

Hey everyone, Military spouse here. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for b...

1 replies 41 upvotes qa
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