benjamin_runner moving Apr 12, 2025

Curious what people think. My partner and I are It's a a smaller city city with about 31,156 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Haines City sits at 174.8 per 100K. Homes are going for about $250,700 on average. Average temperature is around 75--F, so it's warm year-round. Median household income is $58,227, which feels about average for the area. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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