Been meaning to ask this. Average temperature is around 49--F, so expect cold winters. It's a a smaller city city with about 40,662 people. The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 5.7%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Would love some local perspective. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Nancy K.
literally same
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sacramento_brielle
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a nurse, 41, moved here 2 years ago from Dallas. I've lived in West and South, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Low crime in most neighborhoods
2. Good internet infrastructure
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally pretty good - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Summers can be brutally hot
2. Property taxes are high
3. The safety situation is manageable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- West: Great for singles. average vibes, walkable.
- South: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Dallas, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are competitive. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $50K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Alexa
Used to live on the Eastside side, now on the Pine Hills side. Completely different vibe. I love the pace of life here.
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Aurora Cruz
I'm a marketing manager and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
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