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Grimes, IA Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Stella K.

What Grimes does better than anywhere else

Alright, My family moved here when I was a kid. You can expect to pay around $1,156 for rent here. It's a a small town city with about 15,810 people. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cheers. Public transit needs a lot of work...

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Anna Anderson

What to expect moving to Grimes?

Curious what people think. Poverty rate is 4.9%, which is pretty low. With a population of 15,810, Grimes is a small town. It's a a small town city with about 15,810 people. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a real s...

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Thomas Ramirez

Moving to Grimes -what should I know?

Random thought, Rent is about $1,156/month for a decent place. The city has invested a lot in new development. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Let me know your thoughts. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The food s...

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Logan Carter

Rent in Grimes getting crazy

Been meaning to ask this. We're a young couple and Rent is about $1,156/month for a decent place. With a population of 15,810, Grimes is a small town. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to. The weather tak...

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Chloe Ward

Is public transit usable in Grimes?

I'm a 51-year-old police officer and Household incomes average around $104,497 in Grimes. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Let me know your thoughts. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community i...

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Chloe Ward

Should I move to Grimes or stay in Sacramento?

Curious what people think. The unemployment rate is 4.8%, which is about average. With a population of 15,810, Grimes is a small town. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Thanks in advance!

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Kathleen H.

Raising a family in Grimes -thoughts?

Hey folks, The unemployment rate is 4.8%, which is about average. Median household income is $104,497, which feels pretty solid for the area. Poverty rate is 4.9%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,156 for rent here. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. Dow...

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Thomas Ramirez

Is public transit usable in Grimes?

Curious what people think. Crime rate is something to consider -Grimes sits at 198.4 per 100K. With a population of 15,810, Grimes is a small town. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development. Worth the trade-offs? It's changing fast -some good, some no...

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