OK so We're a young couple and Median household income is $61,875, which feels about average for the area. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
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Rylee
literally same
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Jose L.
This.
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sacramento_levi
glad someone said it
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Brielle Turner
As someone who grew up here, I'm still on the fence after all this time. A lot has changed in the past few years though. cost of living used to be much competitive but now it's better than expected.
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tulsa_jeremiah
Moved here from New York about 6 years ago. it's exactly what I was looking for. Still getting used to walkability but Definitely worth checking out..
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Victoria Richardson
I'm a writer and I've found I love the pace of life here. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
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Carol A.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Internet is hit or miss in most areas.
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Willow Gomez
I've lived in Oak Park for about 2 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 Pittsburgh, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Active local events and festivals
- The traffic scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for retirees. Hope this helps!.
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Luna J.
glad someone said it
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Arianna L.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem pretty good.
I've been here 7 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is weather. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the safety is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is pretty good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Springfield side vs the Sunset side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
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