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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 transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Am I overthinking this? Cheers. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.
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Peyton A.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem pretty good.

I've been here 1 years and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's affordable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.

That said, the pet-friendliness is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is excellent.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The East side vs the Midtown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.

Definitely worth checking out..
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Theodore Hughes
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