Longtime lurker here, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Median household income is $53,588, which feels on the lower side for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 90,662 people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot in new development. What do you all think? Appreciate any input. The weather takes some getting used to. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Kai Jackson
not my experience at all
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coastal_connor75
I've lived in Cedar Grove for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by nightlife. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Good internet infrastructure
- The public transit scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for families. Definitely worth checking out..
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Ava
I've lived in Highland for about 3 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from Pittsburgh, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Diverse dining options
- The walkability scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Urban sprawl is real
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for retirees. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Ian H.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Charlotte and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Westside. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Hope this helps!.
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Landon
100%
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Carter Carter
As someone who grew up here, I have mixed feelings honestly. A lot has changed in the past few years though. cultural scene used to be much established but now it's average.
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Levi Garcia
I've lived in Riverside for about 12 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it was the best decision I ever made. When I first moved here from Seattle, I was surprised by safety. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The outdoor recreation scene is improving
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for young professionals. No regrets on my end..
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