Been meaning to ask this. Rent is about $1,846/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $679,300, which is pretty steep. Median household income is $101,979, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. Any help is appreciated. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. 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. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The suburbs are where most families end up.
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Isaiah Gomez
noted, appreciate it
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Leonardo Johnson
exactly what I was thinking
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indylocal2020
Came here for my partner's job and stayed because it was the best decision I ever made. The job market is honestly hit or miss and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Owen Smith
Hot take but I love the pace of life here. I know a lot of people disagree but after 10 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Mateo O.
I'm a nurse and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. The community is average and there's always something going on.
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Gianna Jackson
hard disagree but ok
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nycwalker2022
Moved here from Portland about 9 years ago. it's been a really good experience overall. Still getting used to nightlife but Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Levi Martin
noted, appreciate it
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Kathryn T.
Came here for work and stayed because it's not perfect but it works for me. The dating scene is honestly excellent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Elizabeth Morgan
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a sales manager who relocated here from Denver about 3 years ago. The main reasons were work and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Lots of new development happening
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
- Homeless population growing downtown
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are established, gas is excellent.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Hope this helps!.
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Katherine
As someone who grew up here, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. A lot has changed in the past few years though. pet-friendliness used to be much manageable but now it's surprisingly good.
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Wyatt G.
lol so true
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Charlotte Patel
same here
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Gabriel
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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