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Caleb Turner
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Olathe is underrated, change my mind
Random thought, I'm a teacher here and Crime rate is something to consider — Olathe sits at 205.1 per 100K. The median home value here is around $340,600, which seems about average. Rent is about $1,314/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 57°F, so the weather is moderate. Poverty rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
Pros:
- Low crime in most areas
- Good schools
- Diverse community
- Easy commute
- Walkable downtown
Cons:
- High property taxes
- Homelessness issues downtown
- Not enough green space
Any advice would be great. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. 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. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
Pros:
- Low crime in most areas
- Good schools
- Diverse community
- Easy commute
- Walkable downtown
Cons:
- High property taxes
- Homelessness issues downtown
- Not enough green space
Any advice would be great. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. 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. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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