Virginia K. qa Jul 10, 2025

Alright, I grew up here but left for a while. It's a a smaller city city with about 50,438 people. Household incomes average around $76,871 in Irondequoit. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 5.5%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Any advice would be great. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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