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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Jack Smith

Unpopular opinion about Antioch

First post here. My family moved here when I was a kid. Homes are going for about $607,400 on average. Median household income is $94,256, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Antioch sits at 575.3 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average...

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Levi Thomas

Honest thoughts on life in Antioch

My partner and I are Median household income is $94,256, which feels pretty solid for the area. Average temperature is around 60--F, so the weather is moderate. Rent is about $2,241/month for a decent place. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development...

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Oliver M.

Working remotely from Antioch

It's a a mid-size city city with about 116K people. Poverty rate is 8.4%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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Julian W.

Is it worth buying in Antioch?

Hey everyone, Median household income is $94,256, which feels pretty solid for the area. Household incomes average around $94,256 in Antioch. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if you know the right spo...

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Keith N.

Freelancing from Antioch -experience?

OK so You can expect to pay around $2,241 for rent here. The city has invested a lot in new development. Cheers. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Jack Smith

What surprised you most about Antioch?

Alright, I relocated for work and With a population of 116K, Antioch is a mid-size city. Homes are going for about $607,400 on average. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. Rent is about $2,241/month for a decent place. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Ni...

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Lucas Price

Internet providers in Antioch?

First post here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manage

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Oliver M.

Should I move to Antioch or stay in Houston?

Curious what people think. Household incomes average around $94,256 in Antioch. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. Average temperature is around 60--F, so the weather is moderate. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Has any...

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Kai

Is Antioch getting better or worse?

Hey folks, I'm a 54-year-old teacher and Poverty rate is 8.4%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Antioch sits at 575.3 per 100K. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Anyone in a similar situation? TIA! It's changing fast -some good...

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Cynthia M.

Antioch quality of life -am I missing something?

Hey folks, I'm a college student here and Poverty rate is 8.4%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $94,256, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $2,241/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect, but the communit...

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Santiago Mitchell

Rent vs buy in Antioch -what makes sense?

OK so I'm a college student here and Household incomes average around $94,256 in Antioch. Crime rate is something to consider -Antioch sits at 575.3 per 100K. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Is this normal for Antioch?

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Cynthia M.

Best areas to explore in Antioch?

Hey folks, I'm originally from Baltimore and Average temperature is around 60--F, so the weather is moderate. The median home value here is around $607,400, which is pretty steep. It's a a mid-size city city with about 116K people. Crime rate is something to consider -Antioch sits at 575.3 per 100K....

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Lillian R.

Things Antioch needs to improve

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and You can expect to pay around $2,241 for rent here. Poverty rate is 8.4%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $2,241/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $94,256 in Antioch. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no ...

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Everly L.

Housing in Antioch compared to Tampa

We have two kids and Average temperature is around 60--F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $94,256 in Antioch. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What neighborhoods would you suggest? There's a real sense of community in ...

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Everly Hernandez

Most overrated things about Antioch

I'm retired and Homes are going for about $607,400 on average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Looking forward to hearing from you all. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Cynthia M.

Best things about Antioch that nobody talks about

As a 8-year resident, here are some things about Antioch that don't make it into the guides: 1. The farmers market on Saturday mornings is incredible 2. The library system is phenomenal 3. The local craft beer scene is legit Give it a chance if you're considering it!

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Ezekiel Howard

Antioch is underrated, change my mind

Longtime lurker here, Rent is about $2,241/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Antioch sits at 575.3 per 100K. The median home value here is around $607,400, which is pretty steep. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There...

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Evan Hill

Affordable areas near Antioch?

Longtime lurker here, I grew up here but left for a while. Median household income is $94,256, which feels pretty solid for the area. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Would love some local perspective. It's not perfect,...

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Bennett W.

Antioch in the winter -how bad?

I've been here for 8 years and Poverty rate is 8.4%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $94,256 in Antioch. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Would love some local perspective. It's not perfect, but the...

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Katherine Robinson

Best areas to explore in Antioch?

Hi all, The median home value here is around $607,400, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $2,241 for rent here. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Am I wrong here? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has impr...

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Ethan Brooks

Is Antioch good for remote workers?

Been meaning to ask this. Military spouse here. Rent is about $2,241/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $607,400 on average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to...

2 replies 27 upvotes jobs
Santiago Mitchell

First time home buyer in Antioch

Hey, I'm a teacher here and You can expect to pay around $2,241 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -Antioch sits at 575.3 per 100K. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What neighborhoods would you suggest? The weather takes some g...

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Dylan R.

The good and bad of living in Antioch

Longtime lurker here, I grew up here but left for a while. Rent is about $2,241/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. The median home value here is around $607,400, which is pretty steep. With a population of 116K, Antioch is a mid-size city. I'd say it's b...

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Ethan Bennett

Moving from Portland to Antioch next month

Longtime lurker here, I relocated for work and Homes are going for about $607,400 on average. Poverty rate is 8.4%, which is pretty low. With a population of 116K, Antioch is a mid-size city. The median home value here is around $607,400, which is pretty steep. Household incomes average around $94,2...

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Charlotte Patel

First time home buyer in Antioch

Anyone else feel this way? Rent is about $2,241/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 60--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $94,256, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 4.6%, which is about average. Honestly, I think it's a great ...

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Julian W.

Best neighborhoods to rent in Antioch?

Hey folks, We have two kids and Household incomes average around $94,256 in Antioch. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What neighborhoods would you suggest? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's changing fast -so...

8 replies 3 upvotes housing
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