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Ian Ramos
living
Day-to-day life in Hamilton, IN
Hey, My family moved here when I was a kid. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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Cooper
Hot take but it was the best decision I ever made. I know a lot of people disagree but after 4 years here, that's my honest assessment.
28 upvotes
Walter M.
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is cultural scene. it's not perfect but it works for me. Worth doing your research before committing.
26 upvotes
Hannah G.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want walkability, then yeah this place is great. But if food scene matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
24 upvotes
Sofia Howard
facts
22 upvotes
Weston Nelson
glad someone said it
21 upvotes
Cooper Price
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is housing market. it's been a really good experience overall. Worth doing your research before committing.
20 upvotes
Aiden Gray
underrated comment
14 upvotes
Lydia Ramirez
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. the quality of life is solid. Internet is solid in most areas.
10 upvotes
phillychef2024
hmm interesting perspective
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Leo Ward
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a lawyer, 39, moved here 7 years ago from Pittsburgh. I've lived in Pine Hills and Midtown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Low crime in most neighborhoods
3. Close to major attractions
4. The people are generally better than expected - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Road conditions need improvement
3. The cost of living situation is developing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Pine Hills: Great for young professionals. solid vibes, walkable.
- Midtown: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Pittsburgh, everything felt hit or miss. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are wild. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $90K-$90K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
Background: I'm a lawyer, 39, moved here 7 years ago from Pittsburgh. I've lived in Pine Hills and Midtown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Low crime in most neighborhoods
3. Close to major attractions
4. The people are generally better than expected - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Road conditions need improvement
3. The cost of living situation is developing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Pine Hills: Great for young professionals. solid vibes, walkable.
- Midtown: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Pittsburgh, everything felt hit or miss. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are wild. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $90K-$90K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
8 upvotes
Emma R.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are tough, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
7 upvotes
Zoey Torres
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from New York about 5 years ago. The main reasons were family and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Four distinct seasons
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Summers can be brutally hot
Financially, we've found it improving compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are affordable, gas is average.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from New York about 5 years ago. The main reasons were family and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Four distinct seasons
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Summers can be brutally hot
Financially, we've found it improving compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are affordable, gas is average.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
7 upvotes
Autumn
Public transit is underrated here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's been a really good experience overall.
5 upvotes
Kai Walker
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 9 years ago from Boston and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in North. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in construction you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 12 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in North. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in construction you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 12 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
5 upvotes
Theodore Phillips
seconding this
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