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Lydia C.
moving
Remote worker thinking about Brea
The unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. What are your go-to spots?
22 upvotes
5 Replies
desert_jose87
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 14 years ago from Salt Lake City and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in West. It's surprisingly good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in consulting. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 3 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: solid. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in West. It's surprisingly good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is growing right now, especially in consulting. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 3 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: solid. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
40 upvotes
Isabelle Lopez
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, the quality of life is solid. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
26 upvotes
Silas Ross
I've lived in Greenfield for about 2 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Tampa, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good internet infrastructure
- Four distinct seasons
- The healthcare scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Chain restaurants dominate
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for couples. Feel free to reach out with questions..
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Tampa, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good internet infrastructure
- Four distinct seasons
- The healthcare scene is hit or miss
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Chain restaurants dominate
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for couples. Feel free to reach out with questions..
13 upvotes
Kennedy Young
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 2-bedroom. I genuinely enjoy living here. Compared to Pittsburgh it's pretty good.
10 upvotes
Alice Gomez
As someone who grew up here, it's been a really good experience overall. A lot has changed in the past few years though. weather used to be much pricey but now it's hit or miss.
3 upvotes