Hello, I'm a teacher here and Homes are going for about $162,700 on average. Poverty rate is 6.3%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 1.6%, which is pretty low. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Would love some local perspective. Appreciate any input. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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Sadie Sanders
We moved here with our family and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Schools in Oak Park area are improving. Kids love it here.
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Jace
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is safety. it's not perfect but it works for me. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Katherine Peterson
Moved here from New York about 2 years ago. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Still getting used to job market but Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Elizabeth Price
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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Stella Rogers
I work in finance here and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The job market for my field is surprisingly good. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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