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Scott M.

Best companies to work for in Odessa?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a 39-year-old electrician and You can expect to pay around $1,322 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Oliver

Is public transit usable in Odessa?

Hi all, Household incomes average around $73,030 in Odessa. Crime rate is something to consider -Odessa sits at 1,038.3 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's not perfect, but the commu...

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Ryan Morgan

Odessa housing prices -when will it stop?

Anyone else feel this way? Born and raised here. You can expect to pay around $1,322 for rent here. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Should I be concerned? Thanks for reading. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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dcliving2021

How is Odessa for outdoor activities?

Hey, I'm a 29-year-old nurse and Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. Household incomes average around $73,030 in Odessa. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Any advic...

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Bella Wilson

Anyone regret moving to Odessa?

Random thought, My partner and I are The median home value here is around $208,000, which is actually reasonable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Has anyone dealt with this? The food scene here is surprisingly good. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during r...

1 replies 40 upvotes moving
Roman Sanchez

Biggest downsides of living in Odessa?

Curious what people think. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Any help is appreciated.

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Bella Wilson

Moving to Odessa -what should I know?

Hey folks, Average temperature is around 68--F, so the weather is moderate. With a population of 114K, Odessa is a mid-size city. Homes are going for about $208,000 on average. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high b...

3 replies 58 upvotes moving
native_ian37

Commute times in Odessa -how bad?

Hey, The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Anyone in a similar situation? Thanks in advance! It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Thomas Miller

Studio apartments in Odessa -options?

So, I'm a 40-year-old restaurant manager and Average temperature is around 68--F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $73,030 in Odessa. Crime rate is something to consider -Odessa sits at 1,038.3 per 100K. It's a a mid-size city city with about 114K people. Night life is de...

3 replies 42 upvotes housing
Carolyn W.

What I wish I knew before living in Odessa

First post here. The median home value here is around $208,000, which is actually reasonable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Is this normal for Odessa? I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Kinsley

Raising a family in Odessa -thoughts?

Hey folks, I'm retired and It's a a mid-size city city with about 114K people. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. What do you all think?

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Matthew White

What Odessa does better than anywhere else

Hey everyone, Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Has anyone dealt with this? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The weather takes some getting used t...

23 replies 37 upvotes best-worst
Amelia H.

Studio apartments in Odessa -options?

Random thought, We have two kids and Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. Median household income is $73,030, which feels about average for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Odessa sits at 1,038.3 per 100K. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a...

3 replies 59 upvotes housing
Roman Sanchez

Best neighborhoods in Odessa

So, I'm a 43-year-old sales rep and Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Has anyone dealt with this? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Shirley G.

How is the nightlife in Odessa?

Median household income is $73,030, which feels about average for the area. Homes are going for about $208,000 on average. Rent is about $1,322/month for a decent place. It's a a mid-size city city with about 114K people. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during...

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Grace Anderson

Studio apartments in Odessa -options?

Anyone else feel this way? Homes are going for about $208,000 on average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 114K people. You can expect to pay around $1,322 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast -some good,...

6 replies 33 upvotes housing
Bella Wilson

Best hidden gems in Odessa

Been meaning to ask this. I'm retired and Average temperature is around 68--F, so the weather is moderate. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. P...

1 replies 50 upvotes best-worst
Matthew White

Career opportunities in Odessa, TX

I'm a teacher here and The median home value here is around $208,000, which is actually reasonable. Household incomes average around $73,030 in Odessa. Rent is about $1,322/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $208,000 on average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The fo...

7 replies 50 upvotes jobs
Chloe Jimenez

Best apartments in Odessa under ?

Alright, With a population of 114K, Odessa is a mid-size city. Household incomes average around $73,030 in Odessa. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new development. What are your go-to spots? The fo...

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Mia M.

Career opportunities in Odessa, TX

I'm a remote worker and It's a a mid-size city city with about 114K people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Does this match your experience? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if you know the ...

3 replies 58 upvotes jobs
Matthew White

Moving to Odessa -what should I know?

Hello, My family moved here when I was a kid. You can expect to pay around $1,322 for rent here. It's a a mid-size city city with about 114K people. Rent is about $1,322/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's not perfect,...

3 replies 31 upvotes moving
Bella Wilson

Best neighborhoods to rent in Odessa?

Curious what people think. With a population of 114K, Odessa is a mid-size city. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Would love some local perspective. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, ...

18 replies 44 upvotes housing
Gary J.

What to expect moving to Odessa?

Hello, I'm single, late 30s, and Homes are going for about $208,000 on average. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 114K people. Crime rate is something to consider -Odessa sits at 1,038.3 per 100K. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. C...

7 replies 35 upvotes moving
native_ian37

Odessa in the winter -how bad?

Alright, Rent is about $1,322/month for a decent place. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The foo...

2 replies 27 upvotes qa
Josiah

Raising a family in Odessa -thoughts?

Curious what people think. We have two kids and With a population of 114K, Odessa is a mid-size city. Homes are going for about $208,000 on average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There...

2 replies 18 upvotes living
Jason O.

Most overrated things about Odessa

First post here. I'm a teacher here and Crime rate is something to consider -Odessa sits at 1,038.3 per 100K. It's a a mid-size city city with about 114K people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Worth the trade-offs?

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Kinsley

Job market in Odessa for tech?

Been meaning to ask this. Been living here since 2012. With a population of 114K, Odessa is a mid-size city. Average temperature is around 68--F, so the weather is moderate. The median home value here is around $208,000, which is actually reasonable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I...

0 replies 28 upvotes jobs
Bella Wilson

Job hunting in Odessa -tips?

OK so Rent is about $1,322/month for a decent place. Thoughts?

3 replies 21 upvotes jobs
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