Not sure if this has been asked before, but Crime rate is something to consider -Indianola sits at 708.4 per 100K. Household incomes average around $78,125 in Indianola. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $966 for rent here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Anyone in a similar situation?
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Maya Baker
bump
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Miles Reyes
I've been living here for 3 years and I'd say it was the best decision I ever made. The cost of living is decent compared to other places I've lived. Overall It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Mateo James
interesting, hadn't considered that
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native_bennett73
I'm a physical therapist and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. The community is hit or miss and there's always something going on.
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Bella Watson
facts
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Cameron Moore
big facts right here
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Violet T.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Raleigh and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in West. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 3 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Lauren K.
Weather-wise, the summers are average and winters are affordable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Julia
yep
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James M.
Weather-wise, the summers are tough and winters are reasonable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Valentina Mitchell
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value cost of living, you'll love it. The pet-friendliness is genuinely decent and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. My neighborhood (Fairview) is affordable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Minneapolis, be prepared for the culture shock. cost of living is completely different here. And Traffic during rush hour is rough.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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