Alright, I'm a 47-year-old chef and Median household income is $69,261, which feels about average for the area. Poverty rate is 11.3%, which is around average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Would love some local perspective.
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Kennedy R.
underrated comment
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Sofia Martin
I've lived in Highland for about 6 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it was the best decision I ever made. When I first moved here from Atlanta, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The pet-friendliness scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for remote workers. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Xavier Jackson
as a local I can confirm
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local_rylee40
following this thread
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Arianna Watson
bump
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Waylon Cox
We moved here with our family and it's exactly what I was looking for. Schools in Sunset area are hit or miss. Kids love it here.
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Avery Morris
The food scene here is tough. Tons of great seafood places. it's been a really good experience overall.
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Charlotte M.
Moved here last year, no regrets.
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Dylan Walker
glad someone said it
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Robert Ramirez
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a pharmacist who relocated here from Nashville about 13 years ago. The main reasons were weather and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Road conditions need improvement
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are stable, gas is solid.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Sarah Turner
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in South for 2 years. Moved from Pittsburgh for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is better than expected. We bought in 2022 at k and it's now worth about the same 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:**
marketing is strong here. engineering is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are affordable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's improved dramatically in recent years. The outdoor scene is pretty good - we have hiking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. South schools are pretty good. 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. Road conditions need improvement. And healthcare can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For families, I'd say this is a 6/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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David Ortiz
As someone who grew up here, I love the pace of life here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. outdoor recreation used to be much manageable but now it's pretty good.
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Robert R.
Can confirm, been here 6 years.
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Josiah Sanchez
hard disagree but ok
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Ryan Bennett
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is weather. I have mixed feelings honestly. Worth doing your research before committing.
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nyc_william
I work in tech here and it's been a really good experience overall. The job market for my field is solid. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Joe R.
As someone who grew up here, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. A lot has changed in the past few years though. cultural scene used to be much developing but now it's solid.
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Noah Morris
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in The Heights for 13 years. Moved from Boston for quality of life. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is underrated. We bought in 2020 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
retail is strong here. real estate is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it was the best decision I ever made. The outdoor scene is average - we have mountains within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. The Heights schools are surprisingly good. 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. Not a lot of cultural diversity. Limited entertainment options. And walkability can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For retirees, I'd say this is a 5/10. Happy to answer more specific questions.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Declan Adams
lol so true
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Abigail Evans
as a local I can confirm
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Ethan C.
big facts right here
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Roger T.
been saying this for years
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Hudson A.
hard disagree but ok
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Nova Diaz
Used to live on the Greenfield side, now on the East side. Completely different vibe. it was the best decision I ever made.
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