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Biggest downsides of living in Holmen?

I'm a teacher here and Household incomes average around $77,083 in Holmen. Crime rate is something to consider -Holmen sits at 88.1 per 100K. Median household income is $77,083, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

Pros:
- Affordable cost of living
- Great weather
- Low taxes
- Easy commute

Cons:
- Far from major airports
- Limited cultural events
- Chain restaurants dominate
Anyone in a similar situation? Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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Eliana G.
noted, appreciate it
40 upvotes
Emma
Hot take but I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. I know a lot of people disagree but after 12 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Sebastian Hernandez
We moved here with our family and it's exactly what I was looking for. Schools in North area are challenging. Kids love it here.
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Piper Price
Can confirm, been here 13 years.
19 upvotes
Madison H.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. the quality of life is solid. Internet is excellent in most areas.
19 upvotes
Bennett Gomez
100%
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Ruby Foster
The food scene here is solid. Tons of great Indian places. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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