Military spouse here. Household incomes average around $112,031 in Sussex. The median home value here is around $384,900, which seems about average. You can expect to pay around $1,231 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Am I wrong here? Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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Elijah G.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.
I've been here 2 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is community vibe. It's growing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into running, this place is underrated.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Greenfield side vs the Eastside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Adeline G.
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Chloe R.
100%
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Sophie Thomas
+1
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Wesley Torres
Came here for weather and stayed because I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The community vibe is honestly tough and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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nolarider2026
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 2 years ago from Pittsburgh and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in South. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in consulting. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like sushi.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Jeffrey P.
Weather-wise, the summers are excellent and winters are pricey. You get used to it after the first year.
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