Alright, We're a young couple and Average temperature is around 52°F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $1,445/month for a decent place. With a population of 138K, West Valley City is a mid-size city. Household incomes average around $88,604 in West Valley City. The city has invested a lot in new development. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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Miles Evans
haha yep pretty much
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Savannah Wright
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Ella Ortiz
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a chef who relocated here from Phoenix about 6 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Strong job market in several industries
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Property taxes are high
- Road conditions need improvement
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are competitive, gas is pretty good.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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cool_ezekiel6
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Highland for 1 years. Moved from San Francisco for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is pretty good. We bought in 2022 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
healthcare is strong here. legal 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 exceeded my expectations. The outdoor scene is average - we have beaches within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Highland schools are excellent. 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. Winters are long and cold. Bugs and humidity in summer. And school system can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 6/10. Definitely worth checking out.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Thomas Cook
My experience has been mostly positive. I love the pace of life here. The only thing I'd watch out for is pet-friendliness. Other than that, Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Charlotte Nelson
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a project manager who relocated here from Denver about 10 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good internet infrastructure
- Active local events and festivals
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
- Homeless population growing downtown
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are competitive, gas is solid.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Landon W.
Public transit is average here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it's not perfect but it works for me.
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Lillian Ward
Hot take but the quality of life is solid. I know a lot of people disagree but after 12 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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real_ezekiel33
Used to live on the North side, now on the Lakewood side. Completely different vibe. it's been a really good experience overall.
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Violet W.
nah I disagree
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Naomi Myers
I'm a physical therapist and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
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Axel D.
I'm a writer and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. The community is challenging and there's always something going on.
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