Random thought, My partner and I are Rent is about $1,340/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $72,122 in Nampa. With a population of 106K, Nampa is a mid-size city. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What would you do? Thanks! Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. 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.
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Aubrey N.
Public transit is underrated here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's been a really good experience overall.
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Leo Brown
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a project manager who relocated here from Nashville about 9 years ago. The main reasons were school and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Lots of new development happening
- Active local events and festivals
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Nightlife is limited
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are competitive, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, I love the pace of life here. Hope this helps!.
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Cameron
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's been a really good experience overall. Internet is solid in most areas.
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Hazel King
I've been living here for 9 years and I'd say I love the pace of life here. The pet-friendliness is underrated compared to other places I've lived. Overall It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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omahanative2021
I'm a lawyer and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
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Daniel Davis
not my experience at all
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Jayden Johnson
Hot take but I'm still on the fence after all this time. I know a lot of people disagree but after 1 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Sarah M.
I've lived in Old Town for about 15 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Boston, 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
- Good airport with direct flights
- The cost of living scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Homeless population growing downtown
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for singles. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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