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Hazel P. living

Why I chose Ogden over bigger cities

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I've been here for 4 years and Median household income is $70,053, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $311,300, which seems about average. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Connor Long
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a chef, 53, moved here 2 years ago from Nashville. I've lived in East and Highland, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Nice parks and green spaces
2. Close to major attractions
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally excellent - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Dating scene is rough
3. The safety situation is established and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- East: Great for remote workers. surprisingly good vibes, walkable.
- Highland: More affordable, family-friendly.

**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.

**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Nashville, everything felt challenging. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is manageable. You can live comfortably on $50K-$80K here.

**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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