I'm a remote worker and With a population of 91,131, Nashua is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Nashua sits at 144.0 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $373,100 on average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Let me know your thoughts. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.
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Eleanor Parker
Used to live on the Pine Hills side, now on the Eastside side. Completely different vibe. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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Hudson Myers
Hot take but it's exactly what I was looking for. I know a lot of people disagree but after 3 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Julia Richardson
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. it's exactly what I was looking for. Compared to San Diego it's tough.
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Hannah
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I love the pace of life here. Internet is excellent in most areas.
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Lillian G.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.
I've been here 5 years and I genuinely enjoy living here. The thing nobody mentions is pet-friendliness. It's pricey and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is hit or miss.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Fairview side vs the West side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Scarlett Gonzalez
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Internet is better than expected in most areas.
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Nevaeh Flores
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a chef, 30, moved here 10 years ago from Raleigh. I've lived in Eastside and Greenfield, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Lots of new development happening
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Winters are long and cold
2. Not very walkable outside downtown
3. The community vibe situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Eastside: Great for couples. better than expected vibes, walkable.
- Greenfield: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Raleigh, everything felt tough. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $100K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Lucas Lopez
Moved here from Pittsburgh about 14 years ago. it's been a really good experience overall. Still getting used to pet-friendliness but Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Isabella Flores
As someone who grew up here, it was the best decision I ever made. A lot has changed in the past few years though. weather used to be much developing but now it's challenging.
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Sadie Turner
I work in consulting here and it's been a really good experience overall. The job market for my field is hit or miss. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Jeremiah Baker
preach
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Bennett H.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are excellent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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