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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Benjamin Turner

Niagara Falls is underrated, change my mind

I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 18.7%, which is higher than I expected. Homes are going for about $104,400 on average. The unemployment rate is 5.7%, which is about average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Should I be concerned? ...

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Evan C.

Honest thoughts on life in Niagara Falls

I'm originally from Portland and Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 5.7%, which is about average. The median home value here is around $104,400, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 18.7%, which is higher than I expected. Homes are going fo...

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Benjamin

Anyone else love living in Niagara Falls?

Alright, The median home value here is around $104,400, which is actually reasonable. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Dominic N.

Is Niagara Falls a good place to live?

So, My partner and I are Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. It's a a smaller city city with about 48,198 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Niagara Falls sits at 899.8 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly....

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Ella M.

Weekend activities in Niagara Falls?

Anyone else feel this way? Household incomes average around $48,535 in Niagara Falls. Crime rate is something to consider -Niagara Falls sits at 899.8 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 5.7%, which is about average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I think it's a great pla...

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Ella M.

Raising a family in Niagara Falls -thoughts?

I'm a teacher here and Crime rate is something to consider -Niagara Falls sits at 899.8 per 100K. Household incomes average around $48,535 in Niagara Falls. Poverty rate is 18.7%, which is higher than I expected. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The weather takes some ...

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Dominic N.

Dog-friendly places in Niagara Falls?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Median household income is $48,535, which feels on the lower side for the area. Poverty rate is 18.7%, which is higher than I expected. The unemployment rate is 5.7%, which is about average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. P...

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Dominic N.

Internet providers in Niagara Falls?

Hi all, I'm single, late 20s, and Median household income is $48,535, which feels on the lower side for the area. Rent is about $784/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 18.7%, which is higher than I expected. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The school system var...

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Dominic N.

Niagara Falls quality of life -am I missing something?

I'm a remote worker and Crime rate is something to consider -Niagara Falls sits at 899.8 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community in ce...

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Jayden

Best and worst neighborhoods in Niagara Falls

Longtime lurker here, Military spouse here. The median home value here is around $104,400, which is actually reasonable. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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wild_peyton71

Things that make Niagara Falls unique

Hi all, I'm a remote worker and The median home value here is around $104,400, which is actually reasonable. It's a a smaller city city with about 48,198 people. Poverty rate is 18.7%, which is higher than I expected. Household incomes average around $48,535 in Niagara Falls. Average temperature is ...

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wild_peyton71

Housing in Niagara Falls compared to Albuquerque

Hello, The median home value here is around $104,400, which is actually reasonable. With a population of 48,198, Niagara Falls is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Niagara Falls sits at 899.8 per 100K. Cost of living is ...

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Benjamin Turner

Best companies to work for in Niagara Falls?

Hi all, I work in construction and It's a a smaller city city with about 48,198 people. Median household income is $48,535, which feels on the lower side for the area. Homes are going for about $104,400 on average. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $784/month...

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wild_peyton71

Honest thoughts on life in Niagara Falls

I'm single, late 50s, and Rent is about $784/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $104,400 on average. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What are your go-to spots? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The su...

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Harper Price

Niagara Falls in the winter -how bad?

Hello, I've been here for 19 years and Household incomes average around $48,535 in Niagara Falls. The suburbs are where most families end up. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Does this match your experience? The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for b...

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