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I relocated for work and Median household income is $72,724, which feels about average for the area. Poverty rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Does this match your experience? Cheers. The city has invested a lot in new development. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Samuel Cruz
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Grayson Jimenez
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value cultural scene, you'll love it. The public transit is genuinely challenging and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. My neighborhood (Downtown) is stable and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Tampa, be prepared for the culture shock. pet-friendliness is completely different here. And Limited shopping options.

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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Skylar Collins
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 1-bedroom. it's not perfect but it works for me. Compared to Seattle it's tough.
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Kelly S.
lol so true
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