Alright, I'm single, late 50s, and Poverty rate is 4.6%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Is this normal for Parkville?
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Mackenzie Gomez
Public transit is decent here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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William R.
preach
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Jason B.
spot on
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Mason
Hot take but there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. I know a lot of people disagree but after 3 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Ezekiel S.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Internet is tough in most areas.
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Roman Hall
Saving this thread
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Justin H.
I've lived in West for about 6 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from Nashville, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Good healthcare facilities
- The pet-friendliness scene is average
The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Property taxes are high
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for remote workers. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Miles Clark
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I love the pace of life here. Internet is hit or miss in most areas.
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Ethan M.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want pet-friendliness, then yeah this place is great. But if job market matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Roman L.
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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native_easton54
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want nightlife, then yeah this place is great. But if pet-friendliness matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Austin Jones
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Springfield. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in engineering you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like Asian.
No regrets on my end..
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Elizabeth Smith
The food scene here is solid. Tons of great sushi places. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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Abigail Perez
this is the way
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Caroline Cook
My experience has been mostly positive. the quality of life is solid. The only thing I'd watch out for is traffic. Other than that, Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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boston_landon
Came here for weather and stayed because it's improved dramatically in recent years. The outdoor recreation is honestly better than expected and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Oliver Roberts
not my experience at all
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Ruby Richardson
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Skylar Long
as a local I can confirm
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Oliver James
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Fairview for 5 years. Moved from Portland for weather. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is hit or miss. We bought in 2017 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
hospitality is strong here. manufacturing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are pricey for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor scene is pretty good - we have desert landscapes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Fairview schools are underrated. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Urban sprawl is real. Limited shopping options. And nightlife can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 6/10. Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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