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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Luke M.

Commute times in Morgantown -how bad?

Hey everyone, Been living here since 2014. Rent is about $888/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Any advice would be great. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a real sense of c...

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Luke M.

Studio apartments in Morgantown -options?

Random thought, Poverty rate is 17.0%, which is higher than I expected. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

3 replies 30 upvotes housing
Kinsley Reed

Just moved to Morgantown, any tips?

Alright, My partner and I are You can expect to pay around $888 for rent here. Homes are going for about $238,200 on average. Rent is about $888/month for a decent place. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the com...

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Jose Bennett

Remote worker thinking about Morgantown

Hey everyone, Been living here since 2008. Crime rate is something to consider -Morgantown sits at 214.2 per 100K. Poverty rate is 17.0%, which is higher than I expected. You can expect to pay around $888 for rent here. Rent is about $888/month for a decent place. There's a growing tech scene which ...

3 replies 22 upvotes moving
Eva Wright

Things that make Morgantown unique

Anyone else feel this way? Does this match your experience? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Arianna Anderson

Is Morgantown getting better or worse?

Hey, It's a a smaller city city with about 30,273 people. Am I overthinking this? Appreciate any input.

4 replies 26 upvotes living
fresnolover2022

Best industries in Morgantown right now

I work in insurance and You can expect to pay around $888 for rent here. Household incomes average around $42,245 in Morgantown. The median home value here is around $238,200, which is actually reasonable. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. It's changing fast -some good, so...

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Arianna Anderson

Morgantown in the winter -how bad?

I'm retired and You can expect to pay around $888 for rent here. Rent is about $888/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. ...

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Hannah Lopez

Top 5 things I love about Morgantown

Random thought, You can expect to pay around $888 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The weather takes some getting used to. What would you do?

0 replies 5 upvotes best-worst
evelyn_papa

Morgantown job market vs Seattle

Alright, Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. It's a a smaller city city with about 30,273 people. Household incomes average around $42,245 in Morgantown. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's bette...

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Kinsley Reed

Anyone work in healthcare in Morgantown?

Been meaning to ask this. With a population of 30,273, Morgantown is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Hannah Lopez

Morgantown job market vs Charlotte

Been meaning to ask this. I've been here for 5 years and Household incomes average around $42,245 in Morgantown. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What are your go-to spo...

17 replies 24 upvotes jobs
Thomas Patel

Morgantown in the winter -how bad?

Anyone else feel this way? We have two kids and Median household income is $42,245, which feels on the lower side for the area. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Anyone in a similar situation? Thanks in advance! There's a...

11 replies 21 upvotes qa
Kinsley Reed

Starting a business in Morgantown?

Longtime lurker here, I'm retired and It's a a smaller city city with about 30,273 people. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Zoe Morgan

Best and worst neighborhoods in Morgantown

Hey, It's a a smaller city city with about 30,273 people. Rent is about $888/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is excitin...

3 replies 6 upvotes best-worst
hailey_soul

Freelancing from Morgantown -experience?

Been meaning to ask this. Rent is about $888/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $42,245 in Morgantown. Poverty rate is 17.0%, which is higher than I expected. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. I'd say it's bett...

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