Thinking about relocating to Severance from St. Louis
Hi all, I relocated for work and Median household income is $127,257, which feels pretty solid for the area. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Is this normal for Severance? The suburbs are where most families end up.
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Ryan R.
hmm interesting perspective
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Ellie Thomas
accurate
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Emmett C.
haha yep pretty much
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Julian W.
glad someone said it
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Adrian W.
Public transit is average here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I love the pace of life here.
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Carolyn W.
Hot take but it's been a really good experience overall. I know a lot of people disagree but after 9 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Madeline A.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from Portland about 7 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and a fresh start.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Active local events and festivals
Cons that are real:
- Nightlife is limited
- Can feel isolated
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are manageable, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Hope this helps!.
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Dylan K.
Moved here from Seattle about 2 years ago. it's not perfect but it works for me. Still getting used to job market but Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Paisley Collins
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Portland and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Westside. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in marketing. If you're in hospitality you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Quinn A.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 12 years ago from Houston and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in West. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in real estate. If you're in marketing you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 12 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like seafood.
No regrets on my end..
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Audrey
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in East for 15 years. Moved from Portland for quality of life. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is solid. We bought in 2016 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
education is strong here. real estate is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are manageable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor scene is pretty good - we have desert landscapes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. East 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. Chain restaurants dominate. Homeless population growing downtown. And nightlife can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 7/10. Would recommend to anyone considering it.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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