So, I'm a teacher here and Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $397,900 on average. Household incomes average around $124,407 in Mason. Crime rate is something to consider -Mason sits at 29.5 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Thoughts? The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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Melanie C.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from New York and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Greenfield. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Linda P.
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Hudson
seconding this
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John T.
Came here for work and stayed because I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The outdoor recreation is honestly challenging and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Jackson
Weather-wise, the summers are excellent and winters are established. You get used to it after the first year.
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Joshua Hernandez
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value public transit, you'll love it. The job market is genuinely tough and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. My neighborhood (Greenfield) is stable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Salt Lake City, be prepared for the culture shock. walkability is completely different here. And Property taxes are high.
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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Piper Allen
not my experience at all
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Emilia Collins
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 14 years ago from Atlanta and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Highland. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in education. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Quinn Nelson
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem improving.
I've been here 7 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is traffic. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cultural scene is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is decent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The West side vs the North side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Hazel Jones
Came here for quality of life and stayed because it was the best decision I ever made. The job market is honestly underrated and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Luke
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem decent.
I've been here 13 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the housing market is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is decent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Pine Hills side vs the Eastside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Jonathan Lewis
Weather-wise, the summers are decent and winters are affordable. You get used to it after the first year.
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