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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Cameron Thompson

Huntington housing prices -when will it stop?

Hey, I'm originally from Indianapolis and The median home value here is around $118,800, which is actually reasonable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Worth the trade-offs? The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The city has invested a...

3 replies 16 upvotes housing
Ruth M.

The good and bad of living in Huntington

I've been here for 5 years and Crime rate is something to consider -Huntington sits at 722.5 per 100K. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Any advice would be great. Cheers. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

3 replies 16 upvotes living
Danielle O.

Why I chose Huntington over bigger cities

I'm a teacher here and The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. Rent is about $863/month for a decent place. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's not perfect, bu...

3 replies 19 upvotes living
Jaxon Reed

Best apartments in Huntington under ?

Been meaning to ask this. Crime rate is something to consider -Huntington sits at 722.5 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good ...

13 replies 29 upvotes housing
Jaxon Reed

Best restaurants in Huntington?

Median household income is $43,146, which feels on the lower side for the area. The weather takes some getting used to. What would you do? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here are ...

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adrian_papa

Rent vs buy in Huntington -what makes sense?

I'm retired and With a population of 46,189, Huntington is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 46,189 people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-...

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Jacob A.

Is Huntington still affordable?

OK so I'm originally from Indianapolis and Rent is about $863/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 17.4%, which is higher than I expected. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $118,800 on average. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit...

4 replies 14 upvotes housing
dallas_kennedy

Biggest downsides of living in Huntington?

Curious what people think. My family moved here when I was a kid. It's a a smaller city city with about 46,189 people. Average temperature is around 57--F, so the weather is moderate. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changin...

3 replies 4 upvotes best-worst
Jaxon Reed

Most overrated things about Huntington

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I work in engineering and Poverty rate is 17.4%, which is higher than I expected. Rent is about $863/month for a decent place. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What are your go-to...

1 replies 16 upvotes best-worst
Madelyn Jones

Is Huntington still affordable?

Random thought, Homes are going for about $118,800 on average. Average temperature is around 57--F, so the weather is moderate. Rent is about $863/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $863 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Honestly, I think i...

2 replies 30 upvotes housing
Hudson Johnson

How is the nightlife in Huntington?

I'm a remote worker and It's a a smaller city city with about 46,189 people. Household incomes average around $43,146 in Huntington. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system v...

4 replies 23 upvotes qa
Ruth M.

What I wish I knew before living in Huntington

Hey folks, I'm a remote worker and Homes are going for about $118,800 on average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Let me know your thoughts. Thanks for reading. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Property taxes ar...

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dallas_kennedy

Best coffee shops in Huntington?

First post here. We have two kids and The median home value here is around $118,800, which is actually reasonable. Crime rate is something to consider -Huntington sits at 722.5 per 100K. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Does this match your experience? The suburbs are where most fa...

3 replies 14 upvotes qa
Emma

Best industries in Huntington right now

Curious what people think. Just moved here 7 months ago and Homes are going for about $118,800 on average. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. Average temperature is around 57--F, so the weather is moderate. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great ...

5 replies 2 upvotes jobs
Jacob A.

Moving to Huntington with kids -good idea?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Crime rate is something to consider -Huntington sits at 722.5 per 100K. Household incomes average around $43,146 in Huntington. It's a a smaller city city with about 46,189 people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food sc...

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Danielle O.

Is Huntington still affordable?

Hey, Just moved here 6 months ago and The median home value here is around $118,800, which is actually reasonable. Crime rate is something to consider -Huntington sits at 722.5 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdo...

2 replies 21 upvotes housing
Adrian R.

Is Huntington worth it salary-wise?

OK so I'm a remote worker and Rent is about $863/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 17.4%, which is higher than I expected. Crime rate is something to consider -Huntington sits at 722.5 per 100K. It's a a smaller city city with about 46,189 people. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years....

2 replies 15 upvotes jobs
Jacob A.

Is Huntington a good place to live?

Hello, My partner and I are Household incomes average around $43,146 in Huntington. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Has anyone dealt with this? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not perfect, but the ...

2 replies 23 upvotes living
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