Isaac M. best-worst Jan 15, 2025

Longtime lurker here, Just moved here 7 months ago and The median home value here is around $404,900, which is pretty steep. Poverty rate is 1.7%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Ridge sits at 22.0 per 100K. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

Pros:
- Good job market
- Plenty of shopping options
- Good airport connections

Cons:
- Lack of diversity
- Poor road conditions
- Mosquitoes and humidity
- Far from major airports
What are your go-to spots? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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