Hi all, I'm a college student here and Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $191,200 on average. You can expect to pay around $1,382 for rent here. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Any advice would be great. Thanks! There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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Ella M.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are solid, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Peyton Ward
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Internet is surprisingly good in most areas.
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lake_emilia15
Bought a house here in 2019 and it exceeded my expectations. Property values have gone down slightly since then.
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Victoria Harris
I've been living here for 10 years and I'd say the quality of life is solid. The nightlife is average compared to other places I've lived. Overall Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Ezra Gray
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a accountant who relocated here from Houston about 13 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Lots of new development happening
- Active local events and festivals
Cons that are real:
- Property taxes are high
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it challenging compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are developing, gas is challenging.
Socially, it's not perfect but it works for me. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Mackenzie Ramos
The food scene here is hit or miss. Tons of great sushi places. it exceeded my expectations.
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Willow Rodriguez
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a contractor who relocated here from San Diego about 14 years ago. The main reasons were family and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Lots of new development happening
- Affordable housing options
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Dating scene is rough
Financially, we've found it solid compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are manageable, gas is average.
Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Joyce J.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a chef who relocated here from LA about 13 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good healthcare facilities
- Active local events and festivals
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Chain restaurants dominate
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are reasonable, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. Definitely worth checking out..
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