Hi all, Poverty rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 71--F, so it's warm year-round. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. 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. Worth the trade-offs? The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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Noah
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a accountant, 43, moved here 11 years ago from Boston. I've lived in Riverside and Downtown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Friendly community, easy to meet people
2. Decent public transit for the size
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Property taxes are high
2. Dating scene is rough
3. The cost of living situation is pricey and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Riverside: Great for young professionals. surprisingly good vibes, walkable.
- Downtown: 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 Boston, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is established. You can live comfortably on $90K-$100K 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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Dylan Kelly
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Internet is decent in most areas.
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Naomi Myers
Came here for my partner's job and stayed because I have mixed feelings honestly. The cost of living is honestly better than expected and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Ezekiel Morales
spot on
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Harper Walker
Public transit is average here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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