Kennedy best-worst Mar 27, 2026

First post here. Crime rate is something to consider — Springfield sits at 905.3 per 100K. With a population of 155K, Springfield is a mid-size city. Household incomes average around $51,339 in Springfield. Homes are going for about $222,700 on average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Would love some local perspective. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. 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. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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