It's a a smaller city city with about 33,889 people. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,547 for rent here. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Worth the trade-offs? Any help is appreciated. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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Adeline Hughes
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I love the pace of life here. Internet is improving in most areas.
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Hailey H.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from Baltimore about 11 years ago. The main reasons were quality of life and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Decent public transit for the size
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Dating scene is rough
Financially, we've found it challenging compared to where we came from. The market is competitive but not impossible. Groceries are developing, gas is decent.
Socially, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Michael Ramirez
Used to live on the Maple Ridge side, now on the Cedar Grove side. Completely different vibe. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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