Been meaning to ask this. Median household income is $53,648, which feels on the lower side for the area. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Am I wrong here? Any help is appreciated. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
1 upvotes
13 Replies
Weston Reed
I work in healthcare here and it's been a really good experience overall. The job market for my field is improving. No regrets on my end..
38 upvotes
Asher Roberts
interesting, hadn't considered that
36 upvotes
Hunter Robinson
hard disagree but ok
36 upvotes
Andrew S.
Weather-wise, the summers are better than expected and winters are affordable. You get used to it after the first year.
35 upvotes
Sadie Garcia
as a local I can confirm
35 upvotes
Sarah R.
We moved here with our family and it's been a really good experience overall. Schools in Uptown area are hit or miss. Kids love it here.
32 upvotes
kc_isabelle
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value food scene, you'll love it. The housing market is genuinely underrated and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. My neighborhood (Springfield) is growing and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Baltimore, be prepared for the culture shock. cultural scene is completely different here. And Traffic during rush hour is rough.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
31 upvotes
Audrey
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem excellent.
I've been here 9 years and it was the best decision I ever made. The thing nobody mentions is traffic. It's growing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the outdoor recreation is legit. And if you're into photography, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The North side vs the Riverside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Definitely worth checking out..
30 upvotes
Gabriel Cook
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value pet-friendliness, you'll love it. The safety is genuinely surprisingly good and I've found it exceeded my expectations. My neighborhood (Highland) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Denver, be prepared for the culture shock. weather is completely different here. And Urban sprawl is real.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
24 upvotes
Colton Jimenez
couldn't agree more
22 upvotes
Nova Richardson
Bought a house here in 2022 and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
21 upvotes
Zoe H.
not my experience at all
20 upvotes
Jose Lewis
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a electrician who relocated here from Seattle about 9 years ago. The main reasons were family and a job opportunity.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Decent public transit for the size
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Winters are long and cold
- Limited shopping options
Financially, we've found it solid compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are pricey, gas is challenging.
Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Feel free to reach out with questions..
All Countries
