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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Ezra C.

Studio apartments in Waterloo -options?

I've been here for 2 years and It's a a smaller city city with about 66,947 people. Homes are going for about $150,200 on average. Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The suburbs are where most families end up. Traffic can b...

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Melanie Wood

Dog-friendly places in Waterloo?

Alright, Has anyone dealt with this? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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James W.

Should I move to Waterloo or stay in Pittsburgh?

Random thought, I've been here for 15 years and Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. Average temperature is around 46--F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 66,947, Waterloo is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 66,947 people. There's a real sense of community...

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native_gabriella15

Moving to Waterloo for work -advice?

Alright, With a population of 66,947, Waterloo is a smaller city. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What are your go-to spots? Appreciate any input. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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native_gabriella15

Waterloo vs Boston -which is better?

Alright, Average temperature is around 46--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $896/month for a decent place. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Anyone in a similar situation? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Nigh...

12 replies 27 upvotes best-worst
Jose Cooper

What to expect moving to Waterloo?

OK so I work in consulting and Average temperature is around 46--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Waterloo sits at 451.8 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Liam Watson

Cost of living reality check -Waterloo

Curious what people think. Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. It's a a smaller city city with about 66,947 people. Homes are going for about $150,200 on average. Median household income is $56,344, which feels about average for the area. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarco...

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Victoria Ward

Is Waterloo walkable?

Hey folks, Military spouse here. Average temperature is around 46--F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 66,947, Waterloo is a smaller city. Homes are going for about $150,200 on average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating t...

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Jack Parker

Quick question about Waterloo

Curious what people think. Been living here since 2024. Average temperature is around 46--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What do you all think? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property tax...

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Evan Brown

What to expect moving to Waterloo?

Average temperature is around 46--F, so expect cold winters. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Appreciate any input. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Evan Brown

Is Waterloo getting better or worse?

My partner and I are The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Median household income is $56,344, which feels about average for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 66,947 people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The city has invested a lot in new development...

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Jose Cooper

Things that make Waterloo unique

Hello, The city has invested a lot in new development. TIA! The suburbs are where most families end up.

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James W.

Relocating to Waterloo, IA -pros and cons?

Hi all, Homes are going for about $150,200 on average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Am I overthinking this? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a l...

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alice_mind

Planning a move to Waterloo -neighborhoods?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm single, late 20s, and With a population of 66,947, Waterloo is a smaller city. Household incomes average around $56,344 in Waterloo. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lo...

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Waylon

How is the nightlife in Waterloo?

Hello, I'm single, late 30s, and Average temperature is around 46--F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $896 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look...

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Paisley Lopez

Life in Waterloo as a young professional

Not sure if this has been asked before, but We have two kids and Rent is about $896/month for a decent place. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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Wyatt Young

Freelancing from Waterloo -experience?

Hello, Average temperature is around 46--F, so expect cold winters. The median home value here is around $150,200, which is actually reasonable. Homes are going for about $150,200 on average. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that....

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John Hall

Dog-friendly places in Waterloo?

Hey, Born and raised here. Median household income is $56,344, which feels about average for the area. Homes are going for about $150,200 on average. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Any advice would be great. Thanks in advance! I'd say it...

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Jose Cooper

Housing in Waterloo compared to Miami

OK so My partner and I are Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. You can expect to pay around $896 for rent here. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Honestly, I thi...

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Jack King

Weekend activities in Waterloo?

Been meaning to ask this. My family moved here when I was a kid. Rent is about $896/month for a decent place. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Anyone in a similar situation? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor...

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Josiah N.

Best areas to explore in Waterloo?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm retired and Homes are going for about $150,200 on average. Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. Crime rate is something to consider -Waterloo sits at 451.8 per 100K. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development....

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Liam M.

Things Waterloo needs to improve

Hi all, I'm a 26-year-old physical therapist and You can expect to pay around $896 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -Waterloo sits at 451.8 per 100K. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Worth the trade-offs? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Victoria Murphy

Weekend activities in Waterloo?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but You can expect to pay around $896 for rent here. Has anyone dealt with this?

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Victoria Ward

Things that make Waterloo unique

Hello, Rent is about $896/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Nolan H.

Is Waterloo worth moving to in 2026?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Rent is about $896/month for a decent place. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Evan Brown

Things that make Waterloo unique

First post here. I work in construction and The median home value here is around $150,200, which is actually reasonable. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Any advice woul...

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river_sarah72

What to expect moving to Waterloo?

OK so I'm originally from Cleveland and Crime rate is something to consider -Waterloo sits at 451.8 per 100K. It's a a smaller city city with about 66,947 people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Would love some local perspective. TIA! Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where ...

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Victoria Ward

Anyone regret moving to Waterloo?

Been meaning to ask this. We have two kids and Poverty rate is 11.5%, which is around average. With a population of 66,947, Waterloo is a smaller city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Any help is appreciated. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. People here ar...

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