Ethan Cooper jobs Mar 16, 2025

Random thought, The median home value here is around $96,000, which is actually reasonable. With a population of 16,334, Mattoon is a small town. Household incomes average around $47,308 in Mattoon. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Worth the trade-offs? Thanks! Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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