Hi all, The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 10.9%, which is around average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Worth the trade-offs? Thanks in advance! Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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Silas Kim
Hot take but I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. I know a lot of people disagree but after 2 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Natalie Rodriguez
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 14 years ago from San Diego and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Highland. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in finance. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally excellent. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like Indian.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Logan B.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's been a really good experience overall. Definitely worth checking out..
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Aurora R.
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Silas Cook
hard disagree but ok
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Kaylee Diaz
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 1 years ago from New York and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Fairview. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in engineering. If you're in construction you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 15 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like farm-to-table.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Adam N.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Highland for 8 years. Moved from Portland for my partner's job. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is average. We bought in 2016 at k and it's now worth up significantly 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:**
construction is strong here. finance is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are affordable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it was the best decision I ever made. The outdoor scene is hit or miss - we have national forests within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Highland schools are hit or miss. 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. Dating scene is rough. And outdoor recreation can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 6/10. No regrets on my end.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Isaac
Bought a house here in 2024 and the quality of life is solid. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Miles Lopez
seconding this
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Delilah Davis
100%
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Amelia Brown
I've lived in Fairview for about 14 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The healthcare scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for retirees. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Henry J.
I've been living here for 12 years and I'd say it was the best decision I ever made. The community vibe is tough compared to other places I've lived. Overall Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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nyc_henry
accurate
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Waylon
thanks for sharing
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Denise H.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I genuinely enjoy living here. Internet is tough in most areas.
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