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William M. moving

Just moved to Oak Harbor, any tips?

Curious what people think. My family moved here when I was a kid. It's a a small town city with about 24,396 people. Household incomes average around $72,041 in Oak Harbor. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. What are your go-to spots? The suburbs are where most families end up.
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Jeremiah
facts
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Gabriel Hill
seconding this
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Wesley Edwards
I've lived in Springfield for about 10 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Denver, I was surprised by traffic. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Strong job market in several industries
- The safety scene is underrated

The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Can feel isolated

Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for singles. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Sarah Carter
haha yep pretty much
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Paisley Cooper
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are underrated, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Sofia
The food scene here is excellent. Tons of great Korean places. it's been a really good experience overall.
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Leah Scott
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. it was the best decision I ever made. Compared to Chicago it's improving.
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