Not sure if this has been asked before, but We have two kids and Average temperature is around 47--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $114,654 in Monument. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Am I overthinking this? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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Waylon Davis
Hot take but the quality of life is solid. I know a lot of people disagree but after 2 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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parker_native
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem surprisingly good.
I've been here 5 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is pet-friendliness. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the outdoor recreation is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Highland side vs the Maple Ridge side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Serenity Sanders
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are surprisingly good, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Nicholas Cruz
Bought a house here in 2022 and it's been a really good experience overall. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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