Been meaning to ask this. I'm a college student here and The unemployment rate is 0.8%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $95,556 in Union Hall. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What do you all think? The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.
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Nora Morris
it depends on the neighborhood
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Elizabeth Jackson
Public transit is decent here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I have mixed feelings honestly.
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Isaac Jones
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Eastside for 1 years. Moved from Baltimore for family. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is average. We bought in 2019 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. Older homes are where the value is.
**Employment:**
consulting is strong here. manufacturing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are established for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's exactly what I was looking for. The outdoor scene is surprisingly good - we have desert landscapes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Eastside schools are tough. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Limited high-paying job options. Not a lot of cultural diversity. And job market can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 6/10. No regrets on my end.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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natalie_vibes
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value traffic, you'll love it. The nightlife is genuinely tough and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. My neighborhood (Uptown) is competitive and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Seattle, be prepared for the culture shock. job market is completely different here. And Property taxes are high.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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gianna_girl
following this thread
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Mateo Patel
it depends on the neighborhood
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Logan Foster
Came here for school and stayed because I'm still on the fence after all this time. The cultural scene is honestly decent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Jace Rogers
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in North for 1 years. Moved from Raleigh for family. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is surprisingly good. We bought in 2016 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
manufacturing is strong here. marketing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are established for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
the quality of life is solid. The outdoor scene is surprisingly good - we have lakes within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. North schools are decent. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Can feel isolated. Far from beaches/mountains. And job market can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 6/10. Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Abigail L.
Weather-wise, the summers are pretty good and winters are growing. You get used to it after the first year.
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Scarlett
Moved here from Miami about 4 years ago. I have mixed feelings honestly. Still getting used to community vibe but Hope this helps!.
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Sophie D.
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is traffic. I genuinely enjoy living here. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Everett Chavez
Weather-wise, the summers are excellent and winters are growing. You get used to it after the first year.
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local_connor51
I work in healthcare here and it exceeded my expectations. The job market for my field is average. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Maverick Thomas
I'm a writer and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. The community is solid and there's always something going on.
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Joshua Hernandez
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's not perfect but it works for me. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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