Sarah R. moving Jan 28, 2026

Curious what people think. My family moved here when I was a kid. The unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $326,300 on average. You can expect to pay around $1,543 for rent here. Median household income is $51,909, which feels on the lower side for the area. The median home value here is around $326,300, which seems about average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Am I wrong here? Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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