I'm retired and Household incomes average around $46,291 in Starke. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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Luna Thomas
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 11 years ago from Nashville and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Oak Park. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in legal. If you're in hospitality you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Hope this helps!.
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Wesley Cruz
My experience has been mostly positive. it's exactly what I was looking for. The only thing I'd watch out for is outdoor recreation. Other than that, Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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mesa_sophia
The food scene here is excellent. Tons of great Indian places. the quality of life is solid.
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Aiden R.
We moved here with our family and the quality of life is solid. Schools in The Heights area are decent. Kids love it here.
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Lily Bennett
The food scene here is better than expected. Tons of great Korean places. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Kinsley Baker
I've lived in Cedar Grove for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's not perfect but it works for me. When I first moved here from Seattle, I was surprised by pet-friendliness. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Affordable housing options
- The weather scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for couples. Hope this helps!.
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