Been meaning to ask this. I'm a college student here and The unemployment rate is 1.9%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 30,075 people. Household incomes average around $113,301 in Summerlin South. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. Any advice would be great. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Caroline P.
yep
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Vivian Turner
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a project manager, 46, moved here 7 years ago from Denver. I've lived in Uptown and West, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Decent public transit for the size
3. Four distinct seasons
4. The people are generally average - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Traffic during rush hour is rough
2. Nightlife is limited
3. The traffic situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Uptown: Great for singles. solid vibes, walkable.
- West: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Denver, everything felt improving. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $100K-$110K here.
**Final verdict:**
Feel free to reach out with questions.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Isla
I'm a pharmacist and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The community is challenging and there's always something going on.
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Jordan Wilson
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I genuinely enjoy living here. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Ellie Jackson
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem surprisingly good.
I've been here 1 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is community vibe. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the public transit is legit. And if you're into running, this place is challenging.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Midtown side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Hunter
I've lived in South for about 13 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Nashville, I was surprised by school system. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Affordable housing options
- The dating scene scene is tough
The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for singles. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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