Anyone else feel this way? The unemployment rate is 0.9%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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orlandoguy2022
Used to live on the Oak Park side, now on the Old Town side. Completely different vibe. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Violet Garcia
wish I knew this sooner
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Luke Richardson
We moved here with our family and I have mixed feelings honestly. Schools in Riverside area are challenging. Kids love it here.
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Aurora Scott
I've lived in Springfield for about 15 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 Portland, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Strong sense of community
- The weather scene is tough
The downsides:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for couples. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Patricia T.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value school system, you'll love it. The school system is genuinely improving and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. My neighborhood (Old Town) is manageable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from LA, be prepared for the culture shock. outdoor recreation is completely different here. And Rising rent and home prices.
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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Landon Robinson
I've been living here for 9 years and I'd say it exceeded my expectations. The cultural scene is pretty good compared to other places I've lived. Overall Hope this helps!.
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Mateo Patel
hard disagree but ok
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Lydia Murphy
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. housing market used to be much affordable but now it's solid.
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