The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 86,521 people. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Any help is appreciated. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Skylar Price
yep
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Thomas Cox
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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native_delilah39
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's not perfect but it works for me. Internet is improving in most areas.
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Elijah Ward
this is the way
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Roman C.
glad someone said it
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jaxgirl2023
Used to live on the Springfield side, now on the Meadowbrook side. Completely different vibe. it's been a really good experience overall.
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Nicholas Long
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Uptown for 4 years. Moved from Miami for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is hit or miss. We bought in 2015 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
construction is strong here. real estate is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are reasonable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor scene is tough - we have ski resorts within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Uptown schools are average. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Nightlife is limited. Can feel isolated. And public transit can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 6/10. Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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