The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 18.5%, which is higher than I expected. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new development. What do you all think? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Evelyn R.
Moved here from New York about 4 years ago. it exceeded my expectations. Still getting used to pet-friendliness but No regrets on my end..
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urban_elijah93
great question, following
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Julia Anderson
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a nurse who relocated here from Nashville about 3 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and work.
Pros I've experienced:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Affordable housing options
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Dating scene is rough
Financially, we've found it challenging compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are wild, gas is excellent.
Socially, I love the pace of life here. Hope this helps!.
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Michael Ramirez
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from LA and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Meadowbrook. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in retail. If you're in marketing you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Natalie W.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a project manager who relocated here from Nashville about 2 years ago. The main reasons were work and work.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Lots of new development happening
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Limited high-paying job options
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are established, gas is excellent.
Socially, it's not perfect but it works for me. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Nathan Cook
big facts right here
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Ryan Howard
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is food scene. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Robert Kelly
Came here for a fresh start and stayed because it's exactly what I was looking for. The food scene is honestly hit or miss and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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