Been living here since 2014. Poverty rate is 9.0%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Should I be concerned? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Xavier B.
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Hunter Hughes
not my experience at all
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Ariana Parker
I'm a sales manager and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. The community is hit or miss and there's always something going on.
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Walter G.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Midtown for 2 years. Moved from Baltimore for school. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is pretty good. We bought in 2017 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
engineering is strong here. engineering is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are reasonable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
the quality of life is solid. The outdoor scene is pretty good - we have desert landscapes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Midtown schools are decent. 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. Homeless population growing downtown. And cultural scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For young professionals, I'd say this is a 6/10. Would recommend to anyone considering it.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Carter
Totally agree!
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bostonmama2021
Came here for cost of living and stayed because I love the pace of life here. The weather is honestly decent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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