Hey, My partner and I are Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 185K people. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Weston Nguyen
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it was the best decision I ever made. Internet is better than expected in most areas.
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Ethan Brown
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a data analyst, 37, moved here 15 years ago from Miami. I've lived in Pine Hills and Highland, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Friendly community, easy to meet people
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally hit or miss - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Limited high-paying job options
3. The public transit situation is growing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Pine Hills: Great for families. tough vibes, walkable.
- Highland: 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 Miami, everything felt underrated. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $60K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. 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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Valentina Williams
We moved here with our family and I have mixed feelings honestly. Schools in East area are underrated. Kids love it here.
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Declan Green
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem challenging.
I've been here 13 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is housing market. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the traffic is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the Meadowbrook side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
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