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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Katherine Thompson

Working remotely from Carmichael

Hi all, I relocated for work and Crime rate is something to consider -Carmichael sits at 453.6 per 100K. It's a a smaller city city with about 78,070 people. Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great ...

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Riley Perez

Raising a family in Carmichael -thoughts?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Military spouse here. You can expect to pay around $1,595 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -Carmichael sits at 453.6 per 100K. Median household income is $84,376, which feels pretty solid for the area. Poverty rate is 7.4%, which is prett...

1 replies 29 upvotes living
Leonardo Bailey

Best companies to work for in Carmichael?

Hey folks, My partner and I are You can expect to pay around $1,595 for rent here. With a population of 78,070, Carmichael is a smaller city. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What would you do?

5 replies 13 upvotes jobs
Levi

Unpopular opinion about Carmichael

OK so Crime rate is something to consider -Carmichael sits at 453.6 per 100K. With a population of 78,070, Carmichael is a smaller city. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

6 replies 24 upvotes best-worst
Jordan L.

Moving to Carmichael with kids -good idea?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a college student here and Rent is about $1,595/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $84,376 in Carmichael. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

10 replies 30 upvotes moving
Elijah Torres

Job hunting in Carmichael -tips?

Been meaning to ask this. I relocated for work and The city has invested a lot in new development.

3 replies 10 upvotes jobs
Robert B.

Housing market in Carmichael — is it worth buying?

Median home value here is around $541,500. Prices are steep but there are pockets of affordability. For those renting, typical rent is $1595. Is now a good time to buy in Carmichael? Or better to keep renting? Looking for opinions from both homeowners and renters.

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Lucy Thompson

Is Carmichael getting better or worse?

Longtime lurker here, Poverty rate is 7.4%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,595 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 78,070 people. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot o...

1 replies 10 upvotes living
Madeline Hall

Unpopular opinion about Carmichael

Curious what people think. You can expect to pay around $1,595 for rent here. The city has invested a lot in new development. Has anyone dealt with this? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some getting use...

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Lucy Thompson

Carmichael is underrated, change my mind

Hey, I've been here for 20 years and Rent is about $1,595/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $84,376 in Carmichael. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's a very car-...

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Owen Walker

Anyone else love living in Carmichael?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a remote worker and Homes are going for about $541,500 on average. Household incomes average around $84,376 in Carmichael. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Appreciate any input.

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Kinsley Roberts

Carmichael is underrated, change my mind

I'm originally from Denver and Median household income is $84,376, which feels pretty solid for the area. Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. Poverty rate is 7.4%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. The school system varies a lot by ...

0 replies 23 upvotes living
Katherine Thompson

Carmichael housing prices -when will it stop?

Hey, I've been here for 18 years and Homes are going for about $541,500 on average. Median household income is $84,376, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 78,070 people. Poverty rate is 7.4%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid....

0 replies 27 upvotes housing
lake_delilah43

Carmichael housing prices -when will it stop?

Random thought, You can expect to pay around $1,595 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 78,070 people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What do you all think?

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Lucy Thompson

Anyone regret moving to Carmichael?

Hey, Been living here since 2024. With a population of 78,070, Carmichael is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,595/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Everly D.

Best neighborhoods in Carmichael

Hey, My partner and I are The median home value here is around $541,500, which is pretty steep. Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $541,500 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 78,070 people. It's not perfect, but the community is ...

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Everly D.

Weekend activities in Carmichael?

Alright, Homes are going for about $541,500 on average. The median home value here is around $541,500, which is pretty steep. Poverty rate is 7.4%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Anyone in a similar situation? ...

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Levi

Best restaurants in Carmichael?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a college student here and Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. The city has invested a lot in new development. Should I be concerned?

1 replies 5 upvotes qa
Alice Brown

Grocery stores in Carmichael -recommendations?

Been meaning to ask this. Rent is about $1,595/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Carmichael sits at 453.6 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Ella Reed

Is Carmichael walkable?

Alright, Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate.

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Jaxon P.

Biggest downsides of living in Carmichael?

OK so I'm a college student here and The median home value here is around $541,500, which is pretty steep. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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Nolan K.

What Carmichael does better than anywhere else

Alright, I'm originally from Tucson and The median home value here is around $541,500, which is pretty steep. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Sarah G.

Best apartments in Carmichael under ?

Hey folks, I work in media and You can expect to pay around $1,595 for rent here. Median household income is $84,376, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $541,500, which is pretty steep. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here ar...

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Kinsley Roberts

Is Carmichael worth moving to in 2026?

Hey everyone, I'm single, late 20s, and Homes are going for about $541,500 on average. Poverty rate is 7.4%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Carmichael sits at 453.6 per 100K. With a population of 78,070, Carmichael is a smaller city. There's a real sense of community in ce...

6 replies 13 upvotes moving
Jaxon P.

Couple moving to Carmichael from out of state

Longtime lurker here, I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a smaller city city with about 78,070 people. You can expect to pay around $1,595 for rent here. Median household income is $84,376, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's not p...

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Sarah A.

Best industries in Carmichael right now

Been living here since 2008. Household incomes average around $84,376 in Carmichael. Median household income is $84,376, which feels pretty solid for the area. With a population of 78,070, Carmichael is a smaller city. Homes are going for about $541,500 on average. The parks and outdoor areas are a ...

3 replies 23 upvotes jobs
Levi

Studio apartments in Carmichael -options?

Longtime lurker here, Median household income is $84,376, which feels pretty solid for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What are your go-to spots? Thanks for reading. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People h...

1 replies 10 upvotes housing
vegasrunner2024

Unpopular opinion about Carmichael

Hey everyone, We have two kids and Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. Rent is about $1,595/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Cost of living is defi...

10 replies 23 upvotes best-worst
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