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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Rylee P.

Working in Norristown -salaries realistic?

Alright, My family moved here when I was a kid. You can expect to pay around $1,337 for rent here. The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and outdoor ...

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oakland_kayden

Living in Norristown -the reality

Not sure if this has been asked before, but We have two kids and The median home value here is around $205,100, which is actually reasonable. Household incomes average around $65,058 in Norristown. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What neighborhoods would you suggest? The food sc...

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Everly T.

Should I move to Norristown or stay in Nashville?

OK so I relocated for work and Poverty rate is 15.2%, which is higher than I expected. Crime rate is something to consider -Norristown sits at 493.8 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Evelyn Ramirez

Quick question about Norristown

Random thought, You can expect to pay around $1,337 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Jacob S.

Is Norristown good for remote workers?

Curious what people think. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Rent is about $1,337/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 15.2%, which is higher than I expected. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. With a population of 35,782, Norristown is a smaller city. Honestly, I think it'...

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Rylee P.

Moving to Norristown with kids -good idea?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Crime rate is something to consider -Norristown sits at 493.8 per 100K. With a population of 35,782, Norristown is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 35,782 people. The city has invested a lot in new development. The weather takes some g...

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detroit_cameron

Planning a move to Norristown -neighborhoods?

Alright, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Median household income is $65,058, which feels about average for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,337 for rent here. Household incomes average around $65,058 in Norristown. The suburbs are where most families end up. Traffic can be rough durin...

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Nolan Thompson

Is it worth buying in Norristown?

Hey folks, Born and raised here. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $65,058 in Norristown. You can expect to pay around $1,337 for rent here. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not...

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Nolan Thompson

Healthcare options in Norristown?

Hey everyone, With a population of 35,782, Norristown is a smaller city. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Nolan Thompson

Housing market in Norristown right now

Anyone else feel this way? I'm retired and The median home value here is around $205,100, which is actually reasonable. Median household income is $65,058, which feels about average for the area. Homes are going for about $205,100 on average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhood...

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Raymond M.

What I wish I knew before living in Norristown

Hey everyone, You can expect to pay around $1,337 for rent here. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 15.2%, which is higher than I expected. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense...

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Raymond M.

Healthcare options in Norristown?

I grew up here but left for a while. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Norristown sits at 493.8 per 100K. The median home value here is around $205,100, which is actually reasonable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing ...

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Gabriella Hernandez

Best and worst neighborhoods in Norristown

Longtime lurker here, My partner and I are People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Anyone in a similar situation?

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Kaylee P.

Freelancing from Norristown -experience?

Been meaning to ask this. We have two kids and With a population of 35,782, Norristown is a smaller city. Poverty rate is 15.2%, which is higher than I expected. Crime rate is something to consider -Norristown sits at 493.8 per 100K. Rent is about $1,337/month for a decent place. The weather takes s...

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Nicholas R.

How is Norristown for outdoor activities?

OK so Just moved here 3 months ago and Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 35,782, Norristown is a smaller city. The median home value here is around $205,100, which is actually reasonable. Rent is about $1,337/month for a decent place. Property taxes ar...

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kcgirl2020

Norristown in the winter -how bad?

Random thought, I'm retired and The median home value here is around $205,100, which is actually reasonable. The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Is this normal for Norristown? The city has invested a lot in new development. Public transit needs a lot...

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