Hey everyone, It's a a mid-size city city with about 229K people. Crime rate is something to consider — Spokane sits at 689.6 per 100K. With a population of 229K, Spokane is a mid-size city. Household incomes average around $65,745 in Spokane. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The suburbs are where most families end up. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Anyone in a similar situation? Thanks! The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new development. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
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Austin Johnson
The food scene here is underrated. Tons of great Vietnamese places. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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Mackenzie Mitchell
I've lived in East for about 3 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by job market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Lots of new development happening
- Four distinct seasons
- The healthcare scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for remote workers. Hope this helps!.
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Jace Kim
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want outdoor recreation, then yeah this place is great. But if public transit matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Piper N.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value safety, you'll love it. The traffic is genuinely underrated and I've found it exceeded my expectations. My neighborhood (Old Town) is established and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Boston, be prepared for the culture shock. job market is completely different here. And Road conditions need improvement.
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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Eli Moore
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Internet is improving in most areas.
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