Been living here since 2016. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What do you all think?
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Gregory M.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem pretty good.
I've been here 5 years and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The thing nobody mentions is dating scene. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into golfing, this place is decent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Greenfield side vs the Midtown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Jonathan Nelson
I'm a pharmacist and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The community is underrated and there's always something going on.
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Zoey Wright
I've lived in Uptown for about 10 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from Minneapolis, I was surprised by cost of living. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Decent public transit for the size
- The community vibe scene is tough
The downsides:
- Property taxes are high
- Chain restaurants dominate
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for retirees. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Piper Allen
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely pretty good and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. My neighborhood (Uptown) is stable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Denver, be prepared for the culture shock. traffic is completely different here. And Nightlife is limited.
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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Ruby Ruiz
Weather-wise, the summers are underrated and winters are established. You get used to it after the first year.
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