Hi all, I'm single, late 40s, and The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What are your go-to spots? TIA!
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Axel P.
Totally agree!
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Luca Watson
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want public transit, then yeah this place is great. But if safety matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Axel Harris
I work in education here and it was the best decision I ever made. The job market for my field is average. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Kennedy Lewis
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it exceeded my expectations. Internet is pretty good in most areas.
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Sophia Kim
I work in retail here and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The job market for my field is challenging. Definitely worth checking out..
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Everett Collins
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a physical therapist, 26, moved here 11 years ago from Portland. I've lived in Uptown and Westside, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Low crime in most neighborhoods
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Decent public transit for the size
4. The people are generally underrated - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Chain restaurants dominate
2. Far from beaches/mountains
3. The traffic situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Uptown: Great for young professionals. hit or miss vibes, walkable.
- Westside: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Portland, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are affordable. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $100K-$120K here.
**Final verdict:**
Happy to answer more specific questions.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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