I grew up here but left for a while. Rent is about $1,984/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Declan Scott
As someone who grew up here, I genuinely enjoy living here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. school system used to be much wild but now it's surprisingly good.
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Autumn Watson
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is weather. I love the pace of life here. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Jeremiah Nelson
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a real estate agent who relocated here from Boston about 5 years ago. The main reasons were school and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Lots of new development happening
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are wild, gas is improving.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. Definitely worth checking out..
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Ezra P.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a accountant who relocated here from San Francisco about 7 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good airport with direct flights
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Road conditions need improvement
Financially, we've found it better than expected compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are affordable, gas is pretty good.
Socially, it's improved dramatically in recent years. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Ashley C.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from Phoenix and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Westside. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in marketing. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 9 months to build a solid friend group.
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