Eugene G. moving Mar 27, 2026

I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Median household income is $79,713, which feels about average for the area. With a population of 8.5M, New York is a major city. Crime rate is something to consider — New York sits at 570.7 per 100K. Homes are going for about $751,700 on average. The median home value here is around $751,700, which is pretty steep. The suburbs are where most families end up. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Anyone in a similar situation? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The weather takes some getting used to. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

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