Longtime lurker here, I'm a college student here and The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. Rent is about $724/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Lily Peterson
literally same
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Isla Carter
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want weather, then yeah this place is great. But if traffic matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Silas Anderson
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Fairview for 7 years. Moved from Tampa for quality of life. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is challenging. We bought in 2024 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. government is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are affordable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I love the pace of life here. The outdoor scene is pretty good - we have rivers within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Fairview schools are excellent. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Traffic during rush hour is rough. Homeless population growing downtown. And cost of living can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 7/10. Good luck with whatever you decide.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Emilia W.
seconding this
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Rylee Murphy
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want traffic, then yeah this place is great. But if healthcare matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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born_zoe41
I'm a lawyer and I've found I love the pace of life here. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
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Nolan Foster
haha yep pretty much
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Jacob Turner
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Delilah W.
hmm interesting perspective
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Alice Anderson
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The community vibe is genuinely excellent and I've found I'm still on the fence after all this time. My neighborhood (East) is manageable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from LA, be prepared for the culture shock. walkability is completely different here. And Summers can be brutally hot.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Sarah Moore
Public transit is hit or miss here. You'll probably need a car for most things. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Roman L.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.
I've been here 6 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is job market. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the dating scene is legit. And if you're into skiing, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the Springfield side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
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