Been meaning to ask this. I'm single, late 20s, and Median household income is $56,875, which feels about average for the area. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Julian
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I have mixed feelings honestly. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Carolyn M.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Definitely worth checking out..
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Mia Peterson
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.
I've been here 14 years and it was the best decision I ever made. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the school system is legit. And if you're into running, this place is better than expected.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Oak Park side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Adrian
same here
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Paisley Peterson
My experience has been mostly positive. I'm still on the fence after all this time. The only thing I'd watch out for is community vibe. Other than that, It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Aiden G.
My experience has been mostly positive. the quality of life is solid. The only thing I'd watch out for is outdoor recreation. Other than that, Definitely worth checking out..
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Camila Nelson
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's been a really good experience overall. Internet is solid in most areas.
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Logan
I work in government here and it's been a really good experience overall. The job market for my field is underrated. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Jameson Miller
My experience has been mostly positive. it's not perfect but it works for me. The only thing I'd watch out for is school system. Other than that, It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Walter M.
haha yep pretty much
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Avery
Totally agree!
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Logan Alvarez
Totally agree!
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Violet D.
The food scene here is improving. Tons of great Vietnamese places. it exceeded my expectations.
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Arianna
As someone who grew up here, I'm still on the fence after all this time. A lot has changed in the past few years though. public transit used to be much affordable but now it's pretty good.
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Mateo H.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's been a really good experience overall. Hope this helps!.
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