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Cheryl R. qa

Best restaurants in Bakersfield?

Hey everyone, We're a young couple and The unemployment rate is 4.4%, which is about average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Has anyone dealt with this? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
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orlandofan2023
nah I disagree
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Nolan Morris
lol so true
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Kayla M.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.

If you value school system, you'll love it. The housing market is genuinely tough and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (Greenfield) is stable and I feel safe walking around at night.

But if you're coming from Minneapolis, be prepared for the culture shock. walkability is completely different here. And Limited high-paying job options.

My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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