Random thought, My family moved here when I was a kid. Median household income is $112,656, which feels pretty solid for the area. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What neighborhoods would you suggest?
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Isaiah Mitchell
As someone who grew up here, I'm still on the fence after all this time. A lot has changed in the past few years though. food scene used to be much manageable but now it's better than expected.
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Natalie W.
great question, following
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Nora J.
I've lived in West for about 13 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from Chicago, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Active local events and festivals
- Four distinct seasons
- The cost of living scene is decent
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Rising rent and home prices
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for retirees. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Aubrey N.
As someone who grew up here, I'm still on the fence after all this time. A lot has changed in the past few years though. nightlife used to be much reasonable but now it's tough.
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Mason
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a sales manager, 44, moved here 7 years ago from Seattle. I've lived in Westside and Uptown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Affordable housing options
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally excellent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Can feel isolated
2. Dating scene is rough
3. The outdoor recreation situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Westside: Great for remote workers. excellent vibes, walkable.
- Uptown: 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 Seattle, everything felt hit or miss. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is manageable. You can live comfortably on $90K-$140K here.
**Final verdict:**
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for.. 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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