Hey everyone, I work in legal and Household incomes average around $62,133 in Manitowoc. You can expect to pay around $787 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Serenity Campbell
big facts right here
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Sophie
Used to live on the Highland side, now on the Oak Park side. Completely different vibe. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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dcvibes2023
As someone who grew up here, I love the pace of life here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. food scene used to be much reasonable but now it's challenging.
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Landon Chavez
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Phoenix and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Uptown. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is wild right now, especially in marketing. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: surprisingly good. Tons of options if you like Thai.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Valentina Mendoza
honestly same experience here
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Ariana R.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a teacher, 34, moved here 1 years ago from Seattle. I've lived in The Heights and Sunset, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good healthcare facilities
2. Close to major attractions
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally underrated - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Dating scene is rough
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The outdoor recreation situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- The Heights: Great for retirees. hit or miss 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 Seattle, everything felt hit or miss. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $50K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. 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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