Hey folks, My partner and I are Median household income is $122,424, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's a a small town city with about 10,545 people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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Maverick Johnson
glad someone said it
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Easton Lewis
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem challenging.
I've been here 14 years and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The thing nobody mentions is cultural scene. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Fairview side vs the Eastside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Elizabeth Martin
not my experience at all
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Connor
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a sales manager who relocated here from Seattle about 4 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good internet infrastructure
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Nightlife is limited
Financially, we've found it improving compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are wild, gas is challenging.
Socially, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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austindude2024
hard disagree but ok
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Austin R.
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Compared to Nashville it's decent.
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John Gray
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Kayden H.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a real estate agent who relocated here from Denver about 11 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Close to major attractions
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Limited high-paying job options
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are reasonable, gas is tough.
Socially, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Hope this helps!.
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Chloe Mendoza
Hot take but I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. I know a lot of people disagree but after 4 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Waylon Rogers
I've been living here for 10 years and I'd say it's been a really good experience overall. The pet-friendliness is better than expected compared to other places I've lived. Overall Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Scarlett Watson
I work in construction here and I genuinely enjoy living here. The job market for my field is pretty good. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Joshua P.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value walkability, you'll love it. The food scene is genuinely decent and I've found I genuinely enjoy living here. My neighborhood (Sunset) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Chicago, be prepared for the culture shock. walkability 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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Levi Thomas
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Internet is underrated in most areas.
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