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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Jack Kim

Anyone work in healthcare in The Villages?

Anyone else feel this way? The unemployment rate is 0.5%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,541/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What would you do?

11 replies 4 upvotes jobs
Amber H.

Best hidden gems in The Villages

Alright, I'm originally from Cleveland and With a population of 82,108, The Villages is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 82,108 people. The median home value here is around $375,100, which seems about average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitel...

1 replies 8 upvotes best-worst
Ava Lee

Healthcare options in The Villages?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but You can expect to pay around $1,541 for rent here. The median home value here is around $375,100, which seems about average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Cost of living is definitel...

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Nicholas Anderson

Rent in The Villages getting crazy

Curious what people think. I'm single, late 40s, and You can expect to pay around $1,541 for rent here. Median household income is $76,523, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $76,523 in The Villages. The unemployment rate is 0.5%, which is pretty low. Night life...

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Hannah Harris

Honest thoughts on life in The Villages

OK so Rent is about $1,541/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $1,541 for rent here. With a population of 82,108, The Villages is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 0.5%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the commun...

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kcfan2024

Is The Villages walkable?

OK so My partner and I are Median household income is $76,523, which feels about average for the area. With a population of 82,108, The Villages is a smaller city. The median home value here is around $375,100, which seems about average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's b...

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Brielle Jimenez

Relocating to The Villages, FL -pros and cons?

Been meaning to ask this. We have two kids and With a population of 82,108, The Villages is a smaller city. Household incomes average around $76,523 in The Villages. Median household income is $76,523, which feels about average for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 82,108 people. Downt...

5 replies 11 upvotes moving
Hannah Harris

Is The Villages worth it salary-wise?

Curious what people think. I've been here for 18 years and Crime rate is something to consider -The Villages sits at 181.5 per 100K. It's a a smaller city city with about 82,108 people. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The ci...

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Emilia Thompson

Quick question about The Villages

So, Poverty rate is 2.1%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 72--F, so it's warm year-round. Median household income is $76,523, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $375,100, which seems about average. I'd say it's better for families than you...

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Brielle Jimenez

Is it worth buying in The Villages?

The unemployment rate is 0.5%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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desert_jeremiah92

Commute times in The Villages -how bad?

Household incomes average around $76,523 in The Villages. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Cheers.

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Lucy R.

Is The Villages worth moving to in 2026?

Hey, I work in education and Rent is about $1,541/month for a decent place. With a population of 82,108, The Villages is a smaller city. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What neighborhoods would you suggest? People here are genuine...

2 replies 19 upvotes moving
Keith R.

Best things about The Villages that nobody talks about

As a 10-year resident, here are some things about The Villages that don't make it into the guides: 1. The local music scene is really vibrant 2. The library system is phenomenal 3. Cost of living is way better than people think It's not for everyone but it's perfect for us.

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Chloe Robinson

Job hunting in The Villages -tips?

Hello, I've been here for 15 years and Rent is about $1,541/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $1,541 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 82,108 people. Household incomes average around $76,523 in The Villages. The weather takes some getting used to. The suburbs ...

21 replies 23 upvotes jobs
Chloe Robinson

Weekend activities in The Villages?

Hey, Crime rate is something to consider -The Villages sits at 181.5 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 0.5%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. Has anyone dealt with this? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know whe...

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Melanie R.

Is The Villages good for remote workers?

Hi all, I work in construction and Average temperature is around 72--F, so it's warm year-round. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Am I wrong here? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a...

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desert_jeremiah92

Internet providers in The Villages?

Hello, The unemployment rate is 0.5%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 82,108 people. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Would love so...

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Michael Jackson

Best areas to explore in The Villages?

I'm a 36-year-old marketing manager and Rent is about $1,541/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $76,523 in The Villages. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Ezekiel Morales

Things The Villages needs to improve

Anyone else feel this way? We have two kids and With a population of 82,108, The Villages is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 72--F, so it's warm year-round. Homes are going for about $375,100 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -The Villages sits at 181.5 per 100K. Median h...

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Sadie R.

Is The Villages worth it salary-wise?

I'm retired and Rent is about $1,541/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -The Villages sits at 181.5 per 100K. Average temperature is around 72--F, so it's warm year-round. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhood...

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Amber H.

Is it worth buying in The Villages?

Hi all, Born and raised here. Household incomes average around $76,523 in The Villages. It's a a smaller city city with about 82,108 people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some getting used to.

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Nolan

Moving to The Villages with kids -good idea?

First post here. Crime rate is something to consider -The Villages sits at 181.5 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Brielle Jimenez

Is The Villages good for remote workers?

Alright, I'm a teacher here and Rent is about $1,541/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $76,523 in The Villages. Homes are going for about $375,100 on average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I...

7 replies 22 upvotes jobs
Nicholas Anderson

Working in The Villages -salaries realistic?

Hi all, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The median home value here is around $375,100, which seems about average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Cheers.

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Ezekiel Morales

Most overrated things about The Villages

First post here. I'm a college student here and With a population of 82,108, The Villages is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -The Villages sits at 181.5 per 100K. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Does this match your e...

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Ian J.

Affordable areas near The Villages?

Random thought, Median household income is $76,523, which feels about average for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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