Anyone else feel this way? Just moved here 1 months ago and Rent is about $3,026/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What do you all think? The city has invested a lot in new development. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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Anna H.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's not perfect but it works for me. Internet is underrated in most areas.
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peyton_local
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want healthcare, then yeah this place is great. But if safety matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Mackenzie Adams
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from Raleigh about 4 years ago. The main reasons were weather and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Good internet infrastructure
- Active local events and festivals
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Summers can be brutally hot
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are established, gas is pretty good.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Sophie Kelly
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a teacher, 39, moved here 4 years ago from New York. I've lived in Midtown and Old Town, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Affordable housing options
3. Good airport with direct flights
4. The people are generally better than expected - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited public transit options
2. Limited high-paying job options
3. The housing market situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Midtown: Great for remote workers. surprisingly good vibes, walkable.
- Old Town: 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 New York, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $100K-$140K here.
**Final verdict:**
It's not for everyone but it works for us.. 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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