Random thought, I'm originally from Minneapolis and It's a a mid-size city city with about 198K people. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $148,500, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 17.7%, which is higher than I expected. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
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nyc_jordan
yep
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Angel R.
glad someone said it
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Lucas Taylor
Hot take but I love the pace of life here. I know a lot of people disagree but after 15 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Silas Adams
We moved here with our family and it exceeded my expectations. Schools in Greenfield area are pretty good. Kids love it here.
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Lucy James
couldn't agree more
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Levi Chavez
I've lived in Springfield for about 8 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from San Francisco, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Decent public transit for the size
- The cost of living scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Chain restaurants dominate
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for young professionals. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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