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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Grace R.

Phenix City is underrated, change my mind

OK so My partner and I are Average temperature is around 67--F, so the weather is moderate. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Thanks for reading. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot ...

15 replies 20 upvotes best-worst
Roman Sanchez

Is Phenix City walkable?

My partner and I are With a population of 38,477, Phenix City is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to...

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Isaac Lopez

Is Phenix City worth it salary-wise?

Hey everyone, I'm originally from Cleveland and Crime rate is something to consider -Phenix City sits at 643.9 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What neighborhoo...

11 replies 12 upvotes jobs
Kinsley Brown

Most overrated things about Phenix City

Anyone else feel this way? We're a young couple and Rent is about $926/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. With a population of 38,477, Phenix City is a smaller city. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a growing tech scene which is excitin...

14 replies 14 upvotes best-worst
mesa_stella

Remote worker thinking about Phenix City

Hey, I relocated for work and The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 38,477 people. Rent is about $926/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 67--F, so the weather is moderate. With a population of 38,477, Phenix City is a smaller c...

3 replies 26 upvotes moving
Roman Sanchez

Rent vs buy in Phenix City -what makes sense?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Median household income is $49,715, which feels on the lower side for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 38,477 people. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a...

5 replies 17 upvotes housing
Jordan Foster

Best hidden gems in Phenix City

So, Been living here since 2016. The median home value here is around $160,000, which is actually reasonable. With a population of 38,477, Phenix City is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Phenix City sits at 643.9 per 100K. Homes are going for about $160,000 on average. Downtown h...

27 replies 15 upvotes best-worst
Anthony B.

Grocery stores in Phenix City -recommendations?

With a population of 38,477, Phenix City is a smaller city. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Downtown has ...

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Isabelle Lopez

Top 5 things I love about Phenix City

First post here. I'm a remote worker and Household incomes average around $49,715 in Phenix City. You can expect to pay around $926 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 38,477 people. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Am I wr...

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Anthony B.

Phenix City is underrated, change my mind

Random thought, Been living here since 2009. Should I be concerned? TIA! I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Levi Bailey

Living in Phenix City -the reality

Curious what people think. My partner and I are Homes are going for about $160,000 on average. Rent is about $926/month for a decent place. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Worth the ...

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Roman Sanchez

Biggest downsides of living in Phenix City?

Been meaning to ask this. We're a young couple and Household incomes average around $49,715 in Phenix City. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Anyone in a similar situation? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. I'd say it's better ...

8 replies 9 upvotes best-worst
Lydia James

Life in Phenix City as a young professional

First post here. We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $160,000 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Phenix City sits at 643.9 per 100K. It's a a smaller city city with about 38,477 people. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Downtown has improved a lot in re...

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Henry Myers

What to expect moving to Phenix City?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm single, late 40s, and Average temperature is around 67--F, so the weather is moderate. Poverty rate is 19.8%, which is higher than I expected. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Am...

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Mackenzie Lee

Best neighborhoods to rent in Phenix City?

We have two kids and Household incomes average around $49,715 in Phenix City. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Is this normal for Phenix City?

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Kinsley Brown

Working remotely from Phenix City

Curious what people think. I'm a teacher here and You can expect to pay around $926 for rent here. Median household income is $49,715, which feels on the lower side for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Thoughts? People here ...

14 replies 28 upvotes jobs
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