Just moved here 17 months ago and The unemployment rate is 1.4%, which is pretty low. With a population of 43,632, Spanish Fork is a smaller city. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
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Michael Peterson
We moved here with our family and it's been a really good experience overall. Schools in The Heights area are hit or miss. Kids love it here.
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Miles O.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a HR manager who relocated here from Tampa about 2 years ago. The main reasons were work and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Lots of new development happening
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Rising rent and home prices
Financially, we've found it improving compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are established, gas is improving.
Socially, I love the pace of life here. No regrets on my end..
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Julian Jackson
exactly what I was thinking
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Allison B.
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is cultural scene. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Christian Jackson
Used to live on the Springfield side, now on the Fairview side. Completely different vibe. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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