So, Average temperature is around 71--F, so it's warm year-round. It's a a small town city with about 20,372 people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Has anyone dealt with this? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
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Jack Scott
The food scene here is excellent. Tons of great craft beer places. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Maverick Hughes
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want job market, then yeah this place is great. But if community vibe matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Easton Reyes
great question, following
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Zoey G.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a contractor, 41, moved here 13 years ago from Charlotte. I've lived in Highland and Sunset, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Great outdoor activities nearby
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Not a lot of cultural diversity
2. Dating scene is rough
3. The safety situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Highland: Great for families. improving vibes, walkable.
- Sunset: 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 Charlotte, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is manageable. You can live comfortably on $90K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Feel free to reach out with questions.. 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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Skylar Hill
Moved here from Tampa about 2 years ago. I genuinely enjoy living here. Still getting used to traffic but Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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James W.
Moved here from Minneapolis about 9 years ago. I genuinely enjoy living here. Still getting used to walkability but Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Jonathan Morales
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a marketing manager who relocated here from Phoenix about 7 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and work.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good healthcare facilities
- Decent public transit for the size
Cons that are real:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
Financially, we've found it decent compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are developing, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, it's been a really good experience overall. No regrets on my end..
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