Richfield Springs vs Los Angeles -which is better?
Anyone else feel this way? Born and raised here. It's a a small town city with about 1,096 people. Poverty rate is 19.1%, which is higher than I expected. The median home value here is around $132,500, which is actually reasonable. Rent is about $759/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What do you all think? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Allison Price
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a electrician, 33, moved here 3 years ago from Miami. I've lived in South and Uptown, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Active local events and festivals
2. Affordable housing options
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally underrated - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Can feel isolated
2. Homeless population growing downtown
3. The cultural scene situation is developing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- South: Great for families. solid vibes, walkable.
- Uptown: 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 Miami, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are wild. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $90K-$80K 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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Jacob Walker
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's been a really good experience overall. Internet is surprisingly good in most areas.
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Emmett E.
bump
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Adam Ward
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value cultural scene, you'll love it. The cultural scene is genuinely surprisingly good and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (North) is stable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from San Francisco, be prepared for the culture shock. cultural scene is completely different here. And Limited public transit options.
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.
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