David Robinson moving Feb 2, 2025

Anyone else feel this way? I'm originally from Raleigh and Poverty rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, which is about average. You can expect to pay around $2,285 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -Kettering sits at 176.3 per 100K. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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