Hey everyone, We're a young couple and The unemployment rate is 2.4%, which is pretty low. With a population of 40,188, The Acreage is a smaller city. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Should I be concerned? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Savannah
I've lived in Westside for about 2 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's improved dramatically in recent years. When I first moved here from Tampa, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The cost of living scene is average
The downsides:
- Urban sprawl is real
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for remote workers. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Easton Rogers
lol so true
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Vivian M.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Internet is hit or miss in most areas.
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Wyatt Reed
I've lived in Sunset for about 15 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Pittsburgh, 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
- Decent public transit for the size
- The outdoor recreation scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for remote workers. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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sfheart2023
As someone who grew up here, the quality of life is solid. A lot has changed in the past few years though. job market used to be much reasonable but now it's challenging.
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clara_papa
Weather-wise, the summers are pretty good and winters are stable. You get used to it after the first year.
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Mia M.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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