RaevynneArt

RaevynneArt OP t1_j6l42za wrote

Reply to comment by Jack_Krauser in I'm visiting here and I gotta say, this place is awesome. by RaevynneArt

Actually the minimum wage here is $12 per hour which is way better than $7.25 that it is in Utah. Most places don't pay that low anymore, but I know someone in Utah who started off at Walmart fairly recently at $9 per hour. (side note: I think minimum wage should be higher than $12 an hour, but that's irrelevant -- my point is wages are higher here than some places.)

I understand your concerns about gentrification, but this is capitalism. People who live in more expensive areas can't afford to NOT move. It's a vicious cycle.

At any rate, I don't plan to settle down here. I'm just here to visit, stimulate the local economy, and move on to the next affordable place.

Have a great day and stay warm

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RaevynneArt OP t1_j6jp790 wrote

Reply to comment by RGFEIK in I'm visiting here and I gotta say, this place is awesome. by RaevynneArt

If you think it's expensive here, you haven't been elsewhere 🤷

I stayed in Alabama for a while, where it's a little cheaper. However, I did not like Alabama and needed to drive everywhere so the cost evened out.

I'm telling you, Springfield is a great value. If you know of any other places I should visit with a low cost of living, good walkability, etc, I am open to suggestions.

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