Curious what people think. I'm originally from Tampa and The median home value here is around $96,900, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 9.1%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $50,429, which feels on the lower side for the area. Average temperature is around 68--F, so the weather is moderate. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Thoughts? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The suburbs are where most families end up. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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Hudson H.
I'm a software engineer and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
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Miles Harris
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in South for 2 years. Moved from Atlanta for a fresh start. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is improving. We bought in 2017 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
engineering is strong here. manufacturing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are pricey for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
the quality of life is solid. The outdoor scene is hit or miss - we have ski resorts within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. South schools are excellent. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Limited public transit options. Limited shopping options. And traffic can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 6/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Lily R.
interesting, hadn't considered that
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Noah K.
Used to live on the South side, now on the Highland side. Completely different vibe. the quality of life is solid.
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vegas_caroline
Totally agree!
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Maverick Lopez
yep
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Melanie Brooks
lol so true
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Daniel James
Public transit is better than expected here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
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Autumn Chavez
hard disagree but ok
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Madeline Anderson
Came here for cost of living and stayed because it's improved dramatically in recent years. The pet-friendliness is honestly better than expected and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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