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Hey folks, Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $370,300 on average. Average temperature is around 55--F, so the weather is moderate. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
Pros:
- Friendly people
- Low crime in most areas
- Good schools
- Active local events
- Good airport connections
Cons:
- Cold winters
- Not very walkable
- Far from major airports
- Homelessness issues downtown
Am I wrong here? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new development. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
Pros:
- Friendly people
- Low crime in most areas
- Good schools
- Active local events
- Good airport connections
Cons:
- Cold winters
- Not very walkable
- Far from major airports
- Homelessness issues downtown
Am I wrong here? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new development. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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