Curious what people think. Median household income is $82,189, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. What are your go-to spots? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.
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Sophie
The food scene here is solid. Tons of great Thai places. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Ruby Reed
I've lived in Springfield for about 13 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Raleigh, I was surprised by walkability. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good schools in most areas
- The housing market scene is improving
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for remote workers. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Amelia
great question, following
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Christian
Hot take but I'm still on the fence after all this time. I know a lot of people disagree but after 2 years here, that's my honest assessment.