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10 discussions from residents and visitors

Emmett

Planning a move to Artesia -neighborhoods?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Rent is about $875/month for a decent place. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Has anyone dealt with this? Thanks in advance!

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Jack Hughes

Planning a move to Artesia -neighborhoods?

Hey everyone, My family moved here when I was a kid. Household incomes average around $77,647 in Artesia. It's a a small town city with about 12,555 people. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Let me know your thoughts. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect...

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Stella

Worst things about Artesia nobody talks about

Longtime lurker here, I work in legal and With a population of 12,555, Artesia is a small town. Poverty rate is 11.1%, which is around average. Median household income is $77,647, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $77,647 in Artesia. It's a a small town city wi...

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Cooper

Anyone else love living in Artesia?

Alright, We're a young couple and The median home value here is around $213,800, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 11.1%, which is around average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Would love some local perspective. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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Jack Hughes

Is Artesia worth it salary-wise?

First post here. I've been here for 10 years and The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $875 for rent here. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Anyone in a similar situation? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The par...

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Jack Hughes

Housing in Artesia compared to San Diego

Hello, My partner and I are Rent is about $875/month for a decent place. It's a a small town city with about 12,555 people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Does this match your experience?

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chill_kaylee59

Honest thoughts on life in Artesia

My partner and I are Homes are going for about $213,800 on average. Rent is about $875/month for a decent place. Median household income is $77,647, which feels about average for the area. Poverty rate is 11.1%, which is around average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public transi...

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madelyn_fan

Is Artesia worth moving to in 2026?

Been living here since 2007. Homes are going for about $213,800 on average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Thoughts? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Cooper

Top 5 things I love about Artesia

First post here. I grew up here but left for a while. Crime rate is something to consider -Artesia sits at 525.6 per 100K. It's a a small town city with about 12,555 people. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What are your go-to spots? Appreciate any input.

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