Longtime lurker here, I'm retired and Poverty rate is 10.1%, which is around average. The unemployment rate is 5.0%, which is about average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Let me know your thoughts.
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Everett Wright
The food scene here is underrated. Tons of great craft beer places. I love the pace of life here.
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William Rivera
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Madeline A.
As someone who grew up here, I have mixed feelings honestly. A lot has changed in the past few years though. cultural scene used to be much competitive but now it's surprisingly good.
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Isabelle Green
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I love the pace of life here. Definitely worth checking out..
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Serenity Ramirez
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a data analyst, 27, moved here 5 years ago from Charlotte. I've lived in Sunset and Downtown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Active local events and festivals
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited public transit options
2. Urban sprawl is real
3. The nightlife situation is pricey and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Sunset: Great for remote workers. excellent 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 Charlotte, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is wild. You can live comfortably on $90K-$110K here.
**Final verdict:**
Happy to answer more specific questions.. 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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Hailey Long
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem tough.
I've been here 15 years and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The thing nobody mentions is nightlife. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the school system is legit. And if you're into hiking, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Pine Hills side vs the South side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Jonathan
Public transit is average here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it exceeded my expectations.
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