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Olivia C.
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Weekend activities in Kansas City?
My partner and I are Household incomes average around $59,183 in Kansas City.
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Michael Morgan
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem challenging.
I've been here 4 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is pet-friendliness. It's growing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into kayaking, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
I've been here 4 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is pet-friendliness. It's growing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into kayaking, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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chicago_wesley
yeah no that's not right
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happy_violet50
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 6 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is healthcare. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cost of living is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The East side vs the Midtown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
I've been here 6 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is healthcare. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cost of living is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The East side vs the Midtown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Matthew Garcia
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value cultural scene, you'll love it. The cultural scene is genuinely surprisingly good and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. My neighborhood (Westside) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Portland, be prepared for the culture shock. healthcare is completely different here. And Chain restaurants dominate.
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.
If you value cultural scene, you'll love it. The cultural scene is genuinely surprisingly good and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. My neighborhood (Westside) is pricey and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Portland, be prepared for the culture shock. healthcare is completely different here. And Chain restaurants dominate.
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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Leah C.
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is pet-friendliness. it's not perfect but it works for me. Worth doing your research before committing.
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orlandolife2022
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value outdoor recreation, you'll love it. The outdoor recreation is genuinely tough and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (Riverside) is developing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Denver, be prepared for the culture shock. walkability is completely different here. And Property taxes are high.
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.
If you value outdoor recreation, you'll love it. The outdoor recreation is genuinely tough and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (Riverside) is developing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Denver, be prepared for the culture shock. walkability is completely different here. And Property taxes are high.
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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Liam M.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a social worker who relocated here from San Francisco about 11 years ago. The main reasons were work and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Four distinct seasons
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Can feel isolated
Financially, we've found it challenging compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are growing, gas is pretty good.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. Hope this helps!.
I'm a social worker who relocated here from San Francisco about 11 years ago. The main reasons were work and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Four distinct seasons
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Can feel isolated
Financially, we've found it challenging compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are growing, gas is pretty good.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. Hope this helps!.
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Angel Baker
We moved here with our family and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Schools in Maple Ridge area are average. Kids love it here.
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madelyn_life
The food scene here is surprisingly good. Tons of great Mexican places. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Roman W.
good to know, thanks
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Ariana
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from Pittsburgh about 11 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Good healthcare facilities
- Strong job market in several industries
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Limited entertainment options
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are reasonable, gas is pretty good.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from Pittsburgh about 11 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Good healthcare facilities
- Strong job market in several industries
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Limited entertainment options
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are reasonable, gas is pretty good.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Kennedy H.
hard disagree but ok
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Lydia Roberts
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem surprisingly good.
I've been here 3 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is walkability. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into mountain biking, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Riverside side vs the Meadowbrook side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
I've been here 3 years and it exceeded my expectations. The thing nobody mentions is walkability. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into mountain biking, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Riverside side vs the Meadowbrook side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Sarah Hughes
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it exceeded my expectations. Definitely worth checking out..
15 upvotes
Eleanor R.
Bought a house here in 2017 and I love the pace of life here. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Nevaeh Flores
We moved here with our family and I have mixed feelings honestly. Schools in Sunset area are surprisingly good. Kids love it here.
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Emmett W.
I'm a pharmacist and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. The community is excellent and there's always something going on.
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Eliana Walker
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a contractor who relocated here from Denver about 1 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Lots of new development happening
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are pricey, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Hope this helps!.
I'm a contractor who relocated here from Denver about 1 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Lots of new development happening
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are pricey, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Hope this helps!.
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Everett White
couldn't agree more
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Elijah Torres
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's been a really good experience overall. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Chloe S.
As someone who grew up here, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. A lot has changed in the past few years though. school system used to be much developing but now it's better than expected.
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Aria
As someone who grew up here, the quality of life is solid. A lot has changed in the past few years though. food scene used to be much stable but now it's surprisingly good.
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Logan Kelly
preach
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Aurora
literally same
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Edward P.
We moved here with our family and it's not perfect but it works for me. Schools in Midtown area are hit or miss. Kids love it here.
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Wyatt Roberts
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a social worker who relocated here from Chicago about 12 years ago. The main reasons were weather and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Lots of new development happening
- Good airport with direct flights
Cons that are real:
- Dating scene is rough
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are manageable, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
I'm a social worker who relocated here from Chicago about 12 years ago. The main reasons were weather and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Lots of new development happening
- Good airport with direct flights
Cons that are real:
- Dating scene is rough
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are manageable, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Addison Y.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 12 years ago from Phoenix 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 Maple Ridge. It's surprisingly good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in government. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 12 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Maple Ridge. It's surprisingly good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in government. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 12 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Paisley Brown
spot on
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Connor Hall
My experience has been mostly positive. it's improved dramatically in recent years. The only thing I'd watch out for is food scene. Other than that, Hope this helps!.
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