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10 discussions from residents and visitors

Allison L.

Anyone regret moving to Silverton?

Alright, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The city has invested a lot in new development. Cheers.

14 replies 4 upvotes moving
Natalie G.

Most overrated things about Silverton

First post here. Crime rate is something to consider -Silverton sits at 147.7 per 100K. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $1,479 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The city has invested a lot in new development. Does th...

0 replies 9 upvotes best-worst
Scarlett Campbell

Quick question about Silverton

First post here. I'm a 48-year-old firefighter and It's a a small town city with about 10,445 people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What neighborhoods would you suggest? I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Allison L.

How much do you pay for rent in Silverton?

Hey, My family moved here when I was a kid. Rent is about $1,479/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,479 for rent here. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Pu...

2 replies 9 upvotes housing
Allison L.

What to expect moving to Silverton?

Hello, I'm a 36-year-old firefighter and Homes are going for about $461,800 on average. Median household income is $74,286, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $74,286 in Silverton. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of...

13 replies 1 upvotes moving
Scarlett Campbell

Just moved to Silverton, any tips?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Poverty rate is 7.4%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

1 replies 15 upvotes moving
Jose

Is it worth buying in Silverton?

I'm a 25-year-old writer and Crime rate is something to consider -Silverton sits at 147.7 per 100K. Homes are going for about $461,800 on average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Worth the trade-offs? The parks a...

5 replies 6 upvotes housing
Scarlett Campbell

Just moved to Silverton, any tips?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a college student here and Median household income is $74,286, which feels about average for the area. Homes are going for about $461,800 on average. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a r...

3 replies 12 upvotes moving
Jose

Raising a family in Silverton -thoughts?

Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Am I overthinking this? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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