Hello, Average temperature is around 56--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $67,221, which feels about average for the area. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.
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Savannah B.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Atlanta and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Oak Park. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in retail. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 8 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Camila Collins
Public transit is better than expected here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it was the best decision I ever made.
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Christian M.
I've lived in Riverside for about 4 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Seattle, I was surprised by cost of living. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Active local events and festivals
- The healthcare scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for retirees. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Eleanor M.
I've lived in North for about 5 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The food scene scene is improving
The downsides:
- Property taxes are high
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for remote workers. No regrets on my end..
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Abigail
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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