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10 discussions from residents and visitors

Elizabeth Mendoza

Affordable areas near Orono?

Alright, Homes are going for about $219,200 on average. It's a a small town city with about 10,699 people. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. Let me know your thoughts. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. I'd say it's b...

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Santiago Ramirez

Co-working spaces in Orono?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a remote worker and It's a a small town city with about 10,699 people. Household incomes average around $56,890 in Orono. Median household income is $56,890, which feels about average for the area. Rent is about $1,150/month for a decent place. The city has invested a l...

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Hailey Howard

Best companies to work for in Orono?

Hey everyone, I'm a remote worker and Rent is about $1,150/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Would love some local perspective. Public transit needs a lot of w...

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Lily Harris

The good and bad of living in Orono

Hey folks, I've been here for 8 years and It's a a small town city with about 10,699 people. With a population of 10,699, Orono is a small town. You can expect to pay around $1,150 for rent here. The median home value here is around $219,200, which is actually reasonable. Traffic can be rough during...

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Riley Perez

Cheapest neighborhoods in Orono?

Anyone else feel this way? Should I be concerned? Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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Santiago Scott

Co-working spaces in Orono?

Hey folks, Crime rate is something to consider -Orono sits at 65.3 per 100K. Does this match your experience?

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Victoria G.

Life in Orono as a young professional

Hello, Military spouse here. Rent is about $1,150/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 6.5%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Thoughts? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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Aaliyah Sanchez

Commute times in Orono -how bad?

I'm originally from Nashville and Crime rate is something to consider -Orono sits at 65.3 per 100K. Poverty rate is 6.5%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $219,200 on average. Median household income is $56,890, which feels about average for the area. There's a growing tech scene which...

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Hailey Ortiz

Best areas to explore in Orono?

Alright, Military spouse here. With a population of 10,699, Orono is a small town. Crime rate is something to consider -Orono sits at 65.3 per 100K. The median home value here is around $219,200, which is actually reasonable. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be...

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Elizabeth Mendoza

Should I move to Orono or stay in Seattle?

Hello, Poverty rate is 6.5%, which is pretty low. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Does this match your experience? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a real sense of community in ce...

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