Average temperature is around 74--F, so it's warm year-round. You can expect to pay around $1,997 for rent here. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What neighborhoods would you suggest? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
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Judy C.
accurate
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Wayne R.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a marketing manager, 26, moved here 6 years ago from Portland. I've lived in Downtown and Riverside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Decent public transit for the size
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Chain restaurants dominate
2. Dating scene is rough
3. The cost of living situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Downtown: Great for remote workers. average vibes, walkable.
- Riverside: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Portland, everything felt solid. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are affordable. Gas is pricey. You can live comfortably on $80K-$150K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Isabella R.
Totally agree!
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Chloe Rogers
glad someone said it
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Henry Edwards
Moved here from Minneapolis about 10 years ago. the quality of life is solid. Still getting used to community vibe but It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Leonardo Kelly
couldn't agree more
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Dominic T.
My experience has been mostly positive. I genuinely enjoy living here. The only thing I'd watch out for is cultural scene. Other than that, Good luck with whatever you decide..
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