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Is Ossining worth it salary-wise?

Hey folks, My family moved here when I was a kid. With a population of 26,979, Ossining is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Ossining sits at 224.2 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $2,108 for rent here. Rent is about $2,108/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Would love some local perspective. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The city has invested a lot in new development. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.
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Serenity P.
I work in consulting here and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The job market for my field is average. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Timothy A.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a real estate agent, 44, moved here 8 years ago from Denver. I've lived in Sunset and West, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Lots of new development happening
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally better than expected - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The school system situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Sunset: Great for remote workers. decent vibes, walkable.
- West: 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 Denver, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is wild. You can live comfortably on $60K-$140K here.

**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. 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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