Been meaning to ask this. I work in construction and Crime rate is something to consider -North Salt Lake sits at 116.3 per 100K. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Worth the trade-offs? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Adeline Wood
We moved here with our family and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Schools in Highland area are hit or miss. Kids love it here.
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Sofia Lopez
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value community vibe, you'll love it. The school system is genuinely better than expected and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. My neighborhood (North) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Boston, be prepared for the culture shock. healthcare is completely different here. And Property taxes are high.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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