Hey, Median household income is $53,714, which feels on the lower side for the area. The median home value here is around $103,500, which is actually reasonable. The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Appreciate any input. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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Isaiah Peterson
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a project manager who relocated here from Raleigh about 1 years ago. The main reasons were weather and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Active local events and festivals
- Diverse dining options
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Limited shopping options
Financially, we've found it hit or miss compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are established, gas is average.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Hope this helps!.
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Caroline Phillips
+1
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Peyton Foster
following this thread
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Jackson Rodriguez
Bought a house here in 2016 and I love the pace of life here. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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Addison Howard
The food scene here is hit or miss. Tons of great Thai places. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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Johnny W.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are challenging, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Eva
as a local I can confirm
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Hannah Richardson
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem tough.
I've been here 13 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is weather. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is underrated.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the Greenfield side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
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Ann W.
As someone who grew up here, it's not perfect but it works for me. A lot has changed in the past few years though. outdoor recreation used to be much growing but now it's average.
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Michael R.
same here
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Leah Kim
Bought a house here in 2018 and I love the pace of life here. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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