Hi all, Median household income is $68,264, which feels about average for the area. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What are your go-to spots? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Nathan L.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 2 years ago from Atlanta and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Sunset. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in construction. If you're in education you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 5 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: average. Tons of options if you like Southern.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Ezekiel F.
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Compared to Nashville it's excellent.
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Ezra D.
As someone who grew up here, it's not perfect but it works for me. A lot has changed in the past few years though. community vibe used to be much established but now it's challenging.
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Josiah Sanders
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 5 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is public transit. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the housing market is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The West side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Hope this helps!.
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Teresa J.
been saying this for years
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Nathan R.
thanks for sharing
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Bennett K.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a nurse, 44, moved here 12 years ago from Dallas. I've lived in Cedar Grove and The Heights, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Low crime in most neighborhoods
2. Four distinct seasons
3. Strong sense of community
4. The people are generally underrated - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Nightlife is limited
2. Limited shopping options
3. The walkability situation is growing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Cedar Grove: Great for singles. better than expected vibes, walkable.
- The Heights: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Dallas, everything felt surprisingly good. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is stable. You can live comfortably on $90K-$100K here.
**Final verdict:**
Definitely worth checking out.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Adam J.
couldn't agree more
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nola_evan
Hot take but it's exactly what I was looking for. I know a lot of people disagree but after 6 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Cooper Stewart
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Compared to Baltimore it's average.
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Ruby
Came here for work and stayed because it's been a really good experience overall. The nightlife is honestly challenging and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Logan Campbell
I work in hospitality here and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The job market for my field is hit or miss. No regrets on my end..
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