Hi all, I'm a remote worker and It's a a smaller city city with about 40,996 people. Median household income is $100,022, which feels pretty solid for the area. Poverty rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Romeoville sits at 196.9 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new development. What are your go-to spots? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Alexander Watson
I've lived in Pine Hills for about 2 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it was the best decision I ever made. When I first moved here from San Diego, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- The pet-friendliness scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Cora
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Claire Foster
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want cultural scene, then yeah this place is great. But if job market matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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