Alexa Castillo best-worst Mar 17, 2026

Oklahoma City vs Pittsburgh — which is better?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm single, late 40s, and The median home value here is around $215,100, which is actually reasonable. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. Poverty rate is 11.4%, which is around average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Has anyone dealt with this? It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Hailey Rogers Apr 2, 2026

I've lived in Highland for about 15 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.

I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from Phoenix, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.

A few things worth knowing:

- Growing food and restaurant scene

- Four distinct seasons

- The weather scene is average

The downsides:

- Urban sprawl is real

- Bugs and humidity in summer

Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for families. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..

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