First post here. Rent is about $758/month for a decent place. Median household income is $35,319, which feels on the lower side for the area. The unemployment rate is 4.8%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $95,000 on average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Looking forward to hearing from you all. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Brian F.
Moved here from Denver about 11 years ago. I genuinely enjoy living here. Still getting used to nightlife but Hope this helps!.
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Emma M.
My experience has been mostly positive. I love the pace of life here. The only thing I'd watch out for is walkability. Other than that, Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Ryan White
I've lived in West for about 1 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by public transit. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Good schools in most areas
- The school system scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for families. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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