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Cameron Ortiz

Pros and cons of High Point after 11 years

Alright, My family moved here when I was a kid. Household incomes average around $61,228 in High Point. It's a a mid-size city city with about 115K people. The median home value here is around $212,400, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 9.9%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough dur...

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chicago_wesley

Is High Point still affordable?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I've been here for 11 years and Crime rate is something to consider -High Point sits at 730.8 per 100K. Poverty rate is 9.9%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $61,228 in High Point. You can expect to pay around $1,062 for rent here. Pu...

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Alexander Jackson

How is the nightlife in High Point?

Alright, Median household income is $61,228, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a...

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Aaron L.

Cheapest neighborhoods in High Point?

Hey, I've been here for 1 years and Median household income is $61,228, which feels about average for the area. With a population of 115K, High Point is a mid-size city. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no ...

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Carter D.

Why I chose High Point over bigger cities

Hey everyone, Homes are going for about $212,400 on average. Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Any help is appreciated. I'd say it's better for families than young sing...

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Everly

Couple moving to High Point from out of state

Hello, I'm a remote worker and Rent is about $1,062/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $61,228 in High Point. Crime rate is something to consider -High Point sits at 730.8 per 100K. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's not ...

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Chloe K.

Career opportunities in High Point, NC

So, I'm a college student here and Crime rate is something to consider -High Point sits at 730.8 per 100K. The median home value here is around $212,400, which is actually reasonable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Thou...

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Jace Collins

Living in High Point -the reality

Anyone else feel this way? We have two kids and You can expect to pay around $1,062 for rent here. Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $61,228 in High Point. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a grea...

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Melanie Ward

Is public transit usable in High Point?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm single, late 30s, and With a population of 115K, High Point is a mid-size city.

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Ezekiel Moore

Planning a move to High Point -neighborhoods?

With a population of 115K, High Point is a mid-size city. The median home value here is around $212,400, which is actually reasonable. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Does this match your experience? Cheers. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Property taxes are...

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Emilia M.

Worst things about High Point nobody talks about

Just moved here 9 months ago and Poverty rate is 9.9%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot in new development. Appreciate any in...

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Zoey T.

Affordable areas near High Point?

First post here. I relocated for work and Median household income is $61,228, which feels about average for the area. Poverty rate is 9.9%, which is pretty low. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Carter D.

The good and bad of living in High Point

Random thought, I'm a remote worker and Poverty rate is 9.9%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property...

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Alexander Jackson

Top 5 things I love about High Point

OK so It's a a mid-size city city with about 115K people. Homes are going for about $212,400 on average. Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. You can expect to pay around $1,062 for rent here. The suburbs are where most families end up. Downtown has improved a lot in rece...

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Lucy Collins

Moving to High Point with kids -good idea?

First post here. I'm a teacher here and The median home value here is around $212,400, which is actually reasonable. Crime rate is something to consider -High Point sits at 730.8 per 100K. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Should I be concerned? TIA! The suburbs are where mo...

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Aaron L.

Why I chose High Point over bigger cities

Random thought, Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. You can expect to pay around $1,062 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What do you all think?

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Ezekiel Moore

Moving to High Point -what should I know?

Crime rate is something to consider -High Point sits at 730.8 per 100K. Rent is about $1,062/month for a decent place. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's changing fast -some good, some...

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Hazel

Weekend activities in High Point?

Longtime lurker here, I've been here for 16 years and The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $61,228, which feels about average for the area. It's a a mid-size city city with about 115K people. Poverty rate is 9.9%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of...

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Cameron Ortiz

Best neighborhoods to rent in High Point?

Hi all, I'm a 30-year-old marketing manager and Homes are going for about $212,400 on average. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 115K people. The median home value here is around $212,400, which is actually reasonable. The food scene here is s...

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Aaron L.

Life in High Point as a young professional

Moved here 3 years ago for work. High Point has a growing scene for young professionals. The income situation is decent — median around $61,228. Rent runs about $1,062/month for a typical apartment. The social scene is pretty active with lots of meetups. Would I recommend it? Yes, with some caveats....

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Scarlett P.

Is High Point worth it salary-wise?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Zoe Gray

Is High Point good for remote workers?

Longtime lurker here, We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $212,400 on average. Median household income is $61,228, which feels about average for the area. The city has invested a lot in new development. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. People here are genuinely friendly, n...

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Piper R.

Life in High Point as a young professional

I relocated for work and You can expect to pay around $1,062 for rent here. Household incomes average around $61,228 in High Point. Median household income is $61,228, which feels about average for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -High Point sits at 730.8 per 100K. Homes are going for ...

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Everly

Cheapest neighborhoods in High Point?

Hey folks, Military spouse here. Homes are going for about $212,400 on average. Am I overthinking this?

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Ryan Young

High Point job market vs Raleigh

Longtime lurker here, I'm a remote worker and The median home value here is around $212,400, which is actually reasonable. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Thoughts? Thanks...

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indy_peyton

Moving from Salt Lake City to High Point next month

Curious what people think. The median home value here is around $212,400, which is actually reasonable. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The weather takes some getting used t...

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Zoe Gray

Best apartments in High Point under ?

Curious what people think. Median household income is $61,228, which feels about average for the area. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Has anyone dealt with this?

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