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Judy J.
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Is public transit usable in Orem?
Hey, Household incomes average around $81,292 in Orem. Thoughts? TIA!
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Emma R.
nah I disagree
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Eleanor Flores
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are better than expected, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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James Rogers
spot on
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Olivia J.
bump
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Lydia Sanchez
thanks for sharing
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Isabella Campbell
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's not perfect but it works for me. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Chloe T.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The school system is genuinely hit or miss and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. My neighborhood (Springfield) is affordable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Chicago, be prepared for the culture shock. community vibe is completely different here. And Summers can be brutally hot.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The school system is genuinely hit or miss and I've found it was the best decision I ever made. My neighborhood (Springfield) is affordable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Chicago, be prepared for the culture shock. community vibe is completely different here. And Summers can be brutally hot.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Miles Nguyen
I've lived in Springfield for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Strong job market in several industries
- The food scene scene is solid
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Road conditions need improvement
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for singles. Hope this helps!.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Strong job market in several industries
- The food scene scene is solid
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Road conditions need improvement
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for singles. Hope this helps!.
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Maya
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from Chicago and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Springfield. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in real estate. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like sushi.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Springfield. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in real estate. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like sushi.
Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Gianna Flores
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want outdoor recreation, then yeah this place is great. But if pet-friendliness matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Elijah Martinez
honestly same experience here
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Katherine K.
haha yep pretty much
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Delilah Thompson
Public transit is average here. You'll probably need a car for most things. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Joseph C.
Bought a house here in 2017 and it's not perfect but it works for me. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Dylan Torres
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem decent.
I've been here 13 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is cultural scene. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the nightlife is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is pretty good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Uptown side vs the Greenfield side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
I've been here 13 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is cultural scene. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the nightlife is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is pretty good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Uptown side vs the Greenfield side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Aaron Jimenez
Weather-wise, the summers are excellent and winters are established. You get used to it after the first year.
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portland_joseph
I work in consulting here and I have mixed feelings honestly. The job market for my field is solid. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Easton Hughes
Public transit is pretty good here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it exceeded my expectations.
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