The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $106,356, which feels pretty solid for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Should I be concerned?
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Adeline L.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Internet is better than expected in most areas.
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Grayson
This.
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Joseph B.
Bought a house here in 2021 and it's exactly what I was looking for. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Grayson Thomas
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem challenging.
I've been here 14 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is housing market. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the dating scene is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Cedar Grove side vs the Springfield side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Madeline Anderson
I work in legal here and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The job market for my field is solid. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Mia Cruz
same here
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Ian Clark
As someone who grew up here, the quality of life is solid. A lot has changed in the past few years though. food scene used to be much pricey but now it's underrated.
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Harper N.
yeah no that's not right
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Sophie Thomas
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 3 years ago from Boston 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 South. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in consulting. If you're in hospitality you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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bella_mama
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The job market is genuinely decent and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. My neighborhood (Fairview) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Chicago, be prepared for the culture shock. weather is completely different here. And Limited high-paying job options.
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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Naomi Ramos
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value cost of living, you'll love it. The school system is genuinely average and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. My neighborhood (Westside) is stable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Baltimore, be prepared for the culture shock. job market is completely different here. And Not a lot of cultural diversity.
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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Jordan R.
I've lived in Highland for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from New York, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Active local events and festivals
- The pet-friendliness scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Chain restaurants dominate
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for young professionals. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Jose Gutierrez
great question, following
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James Ruiz
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. it was the best decision I ever made. Compared to Tampa it's average.
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Bennett Gomez
Used to live on the Lakewood side, now on the Riverside side. Completely different vibe. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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