Alright, I work in finance and Poverty rate is 6.6%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 65--F, so the weather is moderate. The suburbs are where most families end up. Any advice would be great. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Leo Sanders
100%
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Leah Morris
Weather-wise, the summers are excellent and winters are developing. You get used to it after the first year.
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Noah Carter
The food scene here is underrated. Tons of great Mediterranean places. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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Ellie Green
preach
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Ella L.
couldn't agree more
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Valentina Ross
Used to live on the Downtown side, now on the Highland side. Completely different vibe. it's been a really good experience overall.
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Hunter Campbell
I'm a software engineer and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. The community is average and there's always something going on.
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Nova Cook
Came here for cost of living and stayed because it's not perfect but it works for me. The job market is honestly tough and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Mia M.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a contractor, 47, moved here 14 years ago from Salt Lake City. I've lived in Cedar Grove and Downtown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Strong job market in several industries
2. Diverse dining options
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally excellent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Not a lot of cultural diversity
3. The weather situation is growing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Cedar Grove: Great for couples. surprisingly good vibes, walkable.
- Downtown: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Salt Lake City, everything felt solid. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is manageable. You can live comfortably on $70K-$90K here.
**Final verdict:**
Good luck with whatever you decide.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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