Hey folks, I'm a college student here and Poverty rate is 7.4%, which is pretty low. With a population of 11,143, Progress is a small town. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Thoughts? Thanks for reading. The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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Cooper H.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a lawyer, 44, moved here 13 years ago from Dallas. I've lived in North and South, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Decent public transit for the size
2. Lots of new development happening
3. Four distinct seasons
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The public transit situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- North: Great for singles. solid vibes, walkable.
- South: 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 Dallas, everything felt challenging. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are pricey. Gas is wild. You can live comfortably on $90K-$140K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. 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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Daniel S.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it exceeded my expectations. Internet is hit or miss in most areas.
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Alexa Rogers
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a marketing manager, 45, moved here 1 years ago from Pittsburgh. I've lived in North and Meadowbrook, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Low crime in most neighborhoods
2. Lots of new development happening
3. Good airport with direct flights
4. The people are generally underrated - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Limited shopping options
3. The healthcare situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- North: Great for retirees. average vibes, walkable.
- Meadowbrook: 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 Pittsburgh, everything felt surprisingly good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $40K-$140K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. 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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Gabriella Perez
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a electrician who relocated here from Minneapolis about 4 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Good airport with direct flights
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Chain restaurants dominate
Financially, we've found it surprisingly good compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are reasonable, gas is improving.
Socially, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Maya Gutierrez
Totally agree!
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Asher Lopez
Came here for a fresh start and stayed because the quality of life is solid. The dating scene is honestly hit or miss and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Connor R.
Hot take but it's improved dramatically in recent years. I know a lot of people disagree but after 11 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Jack Long
couldn't agree more
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Lucy A.
We moved here with our family and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Schools in Old Town area are decent. Kids love it here.
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Ian Gonzalez
Used to live on the Uptown side, now on the Highland side. Completely different vibe. it was the best decision I ever made.
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Eliana Thomas
Moved here from Boston about 5 years ago. it was the best decision I ever made. Still getting used to safety but Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Naomi
Bought a house here in 2015 and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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Silas Ramirez
Bought a house here in 2019 and it's been a really good experience overall. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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columbus_nevaeh
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a data analyst, 46, moved here 12 years ago from Charlotte. I've lived in Highland and East, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good schools in most areas
2. Affordable housing options
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Urban sprawl is real
2. Bugs and humidity in summer
3. The dating scene situation is pricey and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Highland: Great for couples. surprisingly good vibes, walkable.
- East: 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 Charlotte, everything felt solid. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are growing. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $50K-$130K here.
**Final verdict:**
Good luck with whatever you decide.. 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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