First post here. I relocated for work and It's a a small town city with about 5,306 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Buckley sits at 180.7 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. TIA!
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Christian
I'm a social worker and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. The community is hit or miss and there's always something going on.
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Mia Hall
I'm a chef and I've found it's not perfect but it works for me. The community is excellent and there's always something going on.
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loving_everly78
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Eastside for 14 years. Moved from Seattle for quality of life. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is decent. We bought in 2024 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 3-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. marketing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are wild for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it's been a really good experience overall. The outdoor scene is decent - we have state parks within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Eastside schools are decent. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Can feel isolated. Limited entertainment options. And walkability can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 9/10. No regrets on my end.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Robert R.
As someone who grew up here, I love the pace of life here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. dating scene used to be much growing but now it's pretty good.
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Victoria Reed
Hot take but I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. I know a lot of people disagree but after 1 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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