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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Isabelle M.

Why I chose Terre Haute over bigger cities

Just moved here 2 months ago and Rent is about $877/month for a decent place. With a population of 58,491, Terre Haute is a smaller city. Median household income is $41,960, which feels on the lower side for the area. Poverty rate is 18.6%, which is higher than I expected. The suburbs are where most...

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Eugene W.

Cheapest neighborhoods in Terre Haute?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a college student here and Median household income is $41,960, which feels on the lower side for the area. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Would love some local perspective.

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Emilia Taylor

Best neighborhoods in Terre Haute

First post here. I'm single, late 30s, and Median household income is $41,960, which feels on the lower side for the area. With a population of 58,491, Terre Haute is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $109,500 on average. It's a very car...

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Charlotte Perez

Just moved to Terre Haute, any tips?

Hey folks, With a population of 58,491, Terre Haute is a smaller city. Poverty rate is 18.6%, which is higher than I expected. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Would love some local perspective. The food scene here is surpr...

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Santiago M.

Moving to Terre Haute -what should I know?

I'm a teacher here and Household incomes average around $41,960 in Terre Haute. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Worth the trade-offs? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Isla

Terre Haute job market vs Albuquerque

Hey everyone, I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 18.6%, which is higher than I expected. Household incomes average around $41,960 in Terre Haute. With a population of 58,491, Terre Haute is a smaller city. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. People here are genuinely friendly, not j...

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Lucy Morris

Best coffee shops in Terre Haute?

Longtime lurker here, My partner and I are With a population of 58,491, Terre Haute is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 58,491 people. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What are your go-to spots?

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Isla

Most overrated things about Terre Haute

First post here. Just moved here 2 months ago and Household incomes average around $41,960 in Terre Haute. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. You can expect to pay around $877 for rent here. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The city has invested a lot in new developme...

7 replies 24 upvotes best-worst
Rylee Wright

Remote worker thinking about Terre Haute

You can expect to pay around $877 for rent here. Median household income is $41,960, which feels on the lower side for the area. With a population of 58,491, Terre Haute is a smaller city. Rent is about $877/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 18.6%, which is higher than I expected. People her...

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Roman Ortiz

Thinking about relocating to Terre Haute from Los Angeles

Hello, We're a young couple and Rent is about $877/month for a decent place. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Am I overthinking this? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Rylee Wright

Moving to Terre Haute with kids -good idea?

Curious what people think. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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David Carter

Best restaurants in Terre Haute?

Alright, I'm retired and It's a a smaller city city with about 58,491 people. With a population of 58,491, Terre Haute is a smaller city. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What would you do? TIA! I'd say it's better for families than young si...

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Hazel

The good and bad of living in Terre Haute

So, Crime rate is something to consider -Terre Haute sits at 324.1 per 100K. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Roman Ortiz

How much do you pay for rent in Terre Haute?

Alright, I'm a remote worker and Rent is about $877/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $877 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Should I be concerned? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather ...

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Isaiah B.

What Terre Haute does better than anywhere else

Anyone else feel this way? I'm single, late 50s, and Household incomes average around $41,960 in Terre Haute. Crime rate is something to consider -Terre Haute sits at 324.1 per 100K. Homes are going for about $109,500 on average. Rent is about $877/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if y...

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Isabelle M.

Biggest downsides of living in Terre Haute?

Hey everyone, I'm a remote worker and With a population of 58,491, Terre Haute is a smaller city. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Thanks in advance! Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Charlotte Perez

Moving to Terre Haute for work -advice?

Curious what people think. It's a a smaller city city with about 58,491 people. Would love some local perspective.

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Aaliyah G.

Things Terre Haute needs to improve

I'm single, late 50s, and Poverty rate is 18.6%, which is higher than I expected. With a population of 58,491, Terre Haute is a smaller city. Household incomes average around $41,960 in Terre Haute. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. W...

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portland_allison

Best hidden gems in Terre Haute

My partner and I are Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Has anyone dealt with this? Looking forward to hearing from you all. I'd say it's better for families than young s...

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Santiago M.

Honest thoughts on life in Terre Haute

Hi all, Rent is about $877/month for a decent place. Median household income is $41,960, which feels on the lower side for the area. Poverty rate is 18.6%, which is higher than I expected. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot i...

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Hazel

Terre Haute job market vs Albuquerque

The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. You can expect to pay around $877 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Does this match your experience?

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David Carter

Moving to Terre Haute -what should I know?

Hi all, Homes are going for about $109,500 on average. You can expect to pay around $877 for rent here. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Am I overthinking this? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but...

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Isla

Co-working spaces in Terre Haute?

Longtime lurker here, Median household income is $41,960, which feels on the lower side for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Thoughts? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Greyson Allen

Commute times in Terre Haute -how bad?

Longtime lurker here, There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Am I wrong here? Any help is appreciated.

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Olivia Cooper

What I wish I knew before living in Terre Haute

Longtime lurker here, I'm a 44-year-old project manager and Rent is about $877/month for a decent place. Median household income is $41,960, which feels on the lower side for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Terre Haute sits at 324.1 per 100K. Cost of living is definitely rising, but s...

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Serenity Watson

Studio apartments in Terre Haute -options?

Hello, We have two kids and Rent is about $877/month for a decent place. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Worth the trade-offs? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Oliver Thompson

Best areas to explore in Terre Haute?

Anyone else feel this way? Poverty rate is 18.6%, which is higher than I expected. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still mana...

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Santiago M.

Anyone work in healthcare in Terre Haute?

Hello, I'm a teacher here and You can expect to pay around $877 for rent here. Poverty rate is 18.6%, which is higher than I expected. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Is this normal for Terre Haute?

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Greyson Allen

Considering Terre Haute vs Denver -help me decide

Anyone else feel this way? Military spouse here. Poverty rate is 18.6%, which is higher than I expected. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Thoughts? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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