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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Isabella

Is Norwalk good for remote workers?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but My family moved here when I was a kid. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Let me know your thoughts. Any help is appreciated. The school sy...

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Anthony W.

Working remotely from Norwalk

So, My partner and I are Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $105,301, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still ...

15 replies 29 upvotes jobs
Mia Thompson

Cheapest neighborhoods in Norwalk?

Hey, I'm retired and It's a a smaller city city with about 91,375 people. You can expect to pay around $2,010 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Should I be concerned? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you kno...

2 replies 10 upvotes housing
Jose Davis

Anyone else love living in Norwalk?

Hey folks, With a population of 91,375, Norwalk is a smaller city. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Would love some local perspective.

2 replies 13 upvotes living
Jeremiah Ruiz

Best industries in Norwalk right now

OK so I'm retired and Rent is about $2,010/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $2,010 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Anyone in a similar situation? The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Cost of livin...

3 replies 20 upvotes jobs
Eugene S.

Should I move to Norwalk or stay in Indianapolis?

Hello, I'm retired and Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Has anyone dealt with this? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good services....

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Ariana E.

Commute times in Norwalk -how bad?

I'm a college student here and Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What are your go-to spots?

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Audrey Richardson

How are the schools in Norwalk?

Longtime lurker here, I grew up here but left for a while. Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $535,000, which is pretty steep. Rent is about $2,010/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pa...

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David Gomez

Pros and cons of Norwalk after 15 years

Hello, Median household income is $105,301, which feels pretty solid for the area. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I t...

0 replies 25 upvotes living
Weston Chavez

Moving to Norwalk -what should I know?

Curious what people think. Median household income is $105,301, which feels pretty solid for the area. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. The median home value here is around $535,000, which is pretty steep. It's a very...

6 replies 23 upvotes moving
Ezra L.

The good and bad of living in Norwalk

OK so My partner and I are Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Is this normal for Norwalk?

18 replies 24 upvotes living
Alexis J.

Is public transit usable in Norwalk?

Hello, Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Anyone in a similar situation? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The...

7 replies 10 upvotes qa
Mia Thompson

Is Norwalk a good place to live?

Hey folks, I grew up here but left for a while. Homes are going for about $535,000 on average. The median home value here is around $535,000, which is pretty steep. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

15 replies 2 upvotes living
dominic_papa

Commute times in Norwalk -how bad?

First post here. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and You can expect to pay around $2,010 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 91,375 people. The weather takes some getting used to. Looking forward to hearing from you all. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes a...

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Serenity Brown

Best areas to explore in Norwalk?

OK so Median household income is $105,301, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 91,375 people. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Any advice would be great. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Cost of living is definitely rising, but st...

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Weston Chavez

Norwalk job market vs Memphis

Random thought, I'm a remote worker and With a population of 91,375, Norwalk is a smaller city. You can expect to pay around $2,010 for rent here. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lot by...

1 replies 7 upvotes jobs
Aria W.

Best neighborhoods to rent in Norwalk?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Mia Thompson

Job market in Norwalk for tech?

Random thought, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and You can expect to pay around $2,010 for rent here. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What neighborhoods would you suggest? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can...

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Jose Davis

Co-working spaces in Norwalk?

Alright, I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $105,301 in Norwalk. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Does this match your experience? Looking forward to hearing from you all. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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rylee_mama

Best neighborhoods to rent in Norwalk?

Curious what people think. Military spouse here. Rent is about $2,010/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $2,010 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Has anyone dealt with this? TIA!

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Jeremiah Ruiz

Quick question about Norwalk

Curious what people think. Poverty rate is 8.1%, which is pretty low.

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Mackenzie Hall

What's it really like living in Norwalk?

So, I'm a college student here and You can expect to pay around $2,010 for rent here. Rent is about $2,010/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some getting used to. Any advice would be great. Night life...

2 replies 28 upvotes living
Hudson

Working remotely from Norwalk

Alright, I work in education and With a population of 91,375, Norwalk is a smaller city. Household incomes average around $105,301 in Norwalk. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Is this normal for Norwalk? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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David Gomez

Planning a move to Norwalk -neighborhoods?

So, The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Does this match your experience? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Cost of l...

18 replies 12 upvotes moving
Mia Thompson

Is Norwalk good for remote workers?

I work in legal and Household incomes average around $105,301 in Norwalk. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What do you all think?

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Alexis J.

Norwalk vs Norwalk — which is better to move to?

My partner and I are deciding between Norwalk and Arlington for our next move. We care most about: - Cost of living - Safety - Job market (tech) - Outdoor activities Anyone who's lived in either or both — which would you choose and why?

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Hailey A.

Is Norwalk a good place to live?

Alright, Household incomes average around $105,301 in Norwalk. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Should I be concerned?

1 replies 4 upvotes living
Jeremiah Ruiz

Freelancing from Norwalk -experience?

Been meaning to ask this. Born and raised here. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. The median home value here is around $535,000, which is pretty steep. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What do you ...

2 replies 1 upvotes jobs
Delilah Walker

First time home buyer in Norwalk

Been meaning to ask this. Rent is about $2,010/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Norwalk sits at 204.6 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $2,010 for rent here. With a population of 91,375, Norwalk is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold...

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dominic_papa

Norwalk in the winter -how bad?

Anyone else feel this way? We have two kids and You can expect to pay around $2,010 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Am I wrong here? Thanks in advance! Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The city has invested a lot in new developmen...

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