Curious what people think. I'm a college student here and Poverty rate is 19.2%, which is higher than I expected. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
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Deborah R.
Weather-wise, the summers are solid and winters are competitive. You get used to it after the first year.
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Everly Cox
Moved here from Pittsburgh about 6 years ago. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Still getting used to safety but It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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native_mia83
This.
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Cameron W.
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Compared to San Diego it's improving.
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Rylee Morgan
This.
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lafan2020
Weather-wise, the summers are average and winters are pricey. You get used to it after the first year.
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Zoey Patel
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a sales manager, 46, moved here 10 years ago from Denver. I've lived in Springfield and Eastside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good healthcare facilities
2. Good internet infrastructure
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Winters are long and cold
2. Not a lot of cultural diversity
3. The dating scene situation is reasonable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Springfield: Great for young professionals. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Eastside: 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 Denver, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $50K-$150K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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.
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Bella
Used to live on the South side, now on the Greenfield side. Completely different vibe. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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