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fresnorider2021
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The good and bad of living in Wichita
Hey everyone, We have two kids and Poverty rate is 11.2%, which is around average. Crime rate is something to consider — Wichita sits at 1,141.1 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $960 for rent here. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
Pros:
- Affordable cost of living
- Good job market
- Diverse community
- Easy commute
- Good healthcare facilities
Cons:
- Hot summers
- Cold winters
- Lack of diversity
- Not enough green space
Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. 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. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
Pros:
- Affordable cost of living
- Good job market
- Diverse community
- Easy commute
- Good healthcare facilities
Cons:
- Hot summers
- Cold winters
- Lack of diversity
- Not enough green space
Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. 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. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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