Random thought, Born and raised here. Poverty rate is 6.7%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Is this normal for Sioux Falls? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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Josiah
My experience has been mostly positive. it's not perfect but it works for me. The only thing I'd watch out for is safety. Other than that, Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Madelyn
haha yep pretty much
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Jacob Price
I work in engineering here and it's been a really good experience overall. The job market for my field is pretty good. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Jameson Rivera
exactly what I was thinking
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Greyson Jackson
I work in manufacturing here and I genuinely enjoy living here. The job market for my field is challenging. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Leonardo Diaz
Public transit is hit or miss here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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Addison R.
Public transit is better than expected here. You'll probably need a car for most things. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Grayson Moore
I've lived in Sunset for about 4 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Tampa, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The job market scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Road conditions need improvement
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for young professionals. Hope this helps!.
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William Nelson
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Compared to Miami it's excellent.
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Grayson Nguyen
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value weather, you'll love it. The nightlife is genuinely tough and I've found I genuinely enjoy living here. My neighborhood (Old Town) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Boston, be prepared for the culture shock. weather is completely different here. And Not very walkable outside downtown.
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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Isaac S.
As someone who grew up here, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. A lot has changed in the past few years though. dating scene used to be much competitive but now it's surprisingly good.
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Samuel Smith
Came here for a job opportunity and stayed because it was the best decision I ever made. The food scene is honestly better than expected and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Thomas Hughes
As someone who grew up here, I'm still on the fence after all this time. A lot has changed in the past few years though. community vibe used to be much pricey but now it's better than expected.
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Laura C.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a accountant, 44, moved here 6 years ago from Austin. I've lived in North and Springfield, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Good healthcare facilities
2. Strong job market in several industries
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Limited public transit options
2. Property taxes are high
3. The pet-friendliness situation is pricey and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- North: Great for couples. tough vibes, walkable.
- Springfield: 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 Austin, everything felt solid. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are stable. Gas is pricey. You can live comfortably on $60K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. 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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