Longtime lurker here, My family moved here when I was a kid. Household incomes average around $101,695 in Bay Shore. You can expect to pay around $1,907 for rent here. With a population of 31,275, Bay Shore is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Bay Shore sits at 22.0 per 100K. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Should I be concerned? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The weather takes some getting used to.
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Isaiah
nah I disagree
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Zoe R.
preach
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Delilah Robinson
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem surprisingly good.
I've been here 7 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is pet-friendliness. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the dating scene is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Lakewood side vs the Pine Hills side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Mateo Nelson
As someone who grew up here, I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. A lot has changed in the past few years though. job market used to be much growing but now it's solid.
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Gabriel A.
Used to live on the Maple Ridge side, now on the Meadowbrook side. Completely different vibe. it's improved dramatically in recent years.
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Wesley Ramos
My experience has been mostly positive. I love the pace of life here. The only thing I'd watch out for is walkability. Other than that, Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Madelyn King
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is cost of living. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Worth doing your research before committing.
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