harper_soul best-worst Jan 18, 2026

I grew up here but left for a while. Rent is about $1,113/month for a decent place. Median household income is $73,588, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $73,588 in Hollins. Crime rate is something to consider -Hollins sits at 343.6 per 100K. Poverty rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to.

Pros:
- Growing food scene
- Lots of new development
- Good airport connections

Cons:
- Traffic can be terrible
- Limited nightlife
- Lack of diversity
- Far from major airports
- Limited cultural events
TIA! It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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