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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Aaron C.

Citrus Heights vs Cincinnati -which is better?

The median home value here is around $432,100, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $1,764 for rent here. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Thoughts? Looking forward to hearing from you all. The school system varies a lo...

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Eleanor Gonzalez

Biggest downsides of living in Citrus Heights?

Hi all, Been living here since 2022. The unemployment rate is 4.4%, which is about average. With a population of 87,036, Citrus Heights is a smaller city. You can expect to pay around $1,764 for rent here. Rent is about $1,764/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Co...

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madeline_soul

Citrus Heights housing prices -when will it stop?

So, I'm a 27-year-old electrician and Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $77,167, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $432,100, which is pretty steep. The city has invested a lot in new development. Dow...

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Sadie R.

Is public transit usable in Citrus Heights?

I'm a college student here and It's a a smaller city city with about 87,036 people. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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Benjamin G.

Working remotely from Citrus Heights — my experience

I've been working remotely from Citrus Heights for 11 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: a bit high but manageable Internet: Decent, getting better with ...

11 replies 18 upvotes jobs
Debra G.

Anyone work in healthcare in Citrus Heights?

Hey everyone, The median home value here is around $432,100, which is pretty steep. It's a a smaller city city with about 87,036 people. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. Thoughts? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Arthur G.

How are the schools in Citrus Heights?

Hello, With a population of 87,036, Citrus Heights is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 4.4%, which is about average. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Anyone in a similar situation?

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Joseph B.

Best neighborhoods in Citrus Heights

Crime rate is something to consider -Citrus Heights sits at 353.7 per 100K. Rent is about $1,764/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public tra...

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Debra G.

Pros and cons of Citrus Heights after 10 years

Hi all, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Crime rate is something to consider -Citrus Heights sits at 353.7 per 100K. Homes are going for about $432,100 on average. The median home value here is around $432,100, which is pretty steep. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. ...

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Matthew S.

Citrus Heights quality of life -am I missing something?

Hey, Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. Crime rate is something to consider -Citrus Heights sits at 353.7 per 100K. Rent is about $1,764/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.4%, which is about average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Has ...

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Benjamin G.

Is Citrus Heights a good place to retire?

My wife and I are planning to retire in the next few years. We're considering Citrus Heights because of the weather. Weather is moderate — about 61F average. Cost of living looks a bit high but manageable. How's the healthcare situation? Any retiree communities?

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Wesley Walker

Career opportunities in Citrus Heights, CA

Hey everyone, I work in marketing and Crime rate is something to consider -Citrus Heights sits at 353.7 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Logan Martin

Moving to Citrus Heights for work -advice?

Curious what people think. We have two kids and Median household income is $77,167, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There...

3 replies 28 upvotes moving
Elena Thomas

Best industries in Citrus Heights right now

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Been living here since 2017. The unemployment rate is 4.4%, which is about average. Rent is about $1,764/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 5.9%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $432,100, which is pretty steep. There's a gr...

1 replies 14 upvotes jobs
Debra G.

Moving from Indianapolis to Citrus Heights next month

First post here. I'm a college student here and Household incomes average around $77,167 in Citrus Heights. You can expect to pay around $1,764 for rent here. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Any advice would be great.

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Elena Thomas

Moving to Citrus Heights with kids -good idea?

The unemployment rate is 4.4%, which is about average. Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. You can expect to pay around $1,764 for rent here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast -some good, so...

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Sofia

Raising a family in Citrus Heights -thoughts?

First post here. I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What neighborhoods would you suggest? The suburbs are where most famil...

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Jordan Y.

Citrus Heights job market vs Boston

Curious what people think. Just moved here 12 months ago and The median home value here is around $432,100, which is pretty steep. Poverty rate is 5.9%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 87,036 people. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough...

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Mason B.

Best neighborhoods to rent in Citrus Heights?

Curious what people think. Crime rate is something to consider -Citrus Heights sits at 353.7 per 100K. With a population of 87,036, Citrus Heights is a smaller city. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What do you all think? The school syst...

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Kelly E.

Job market in Citrus Heights for tech?

Anyone else feel this way? Average temperature is around 61--F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a smaller city city with about 87,036 people. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Shou...

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Owen

How is Citrus Heights for outdoor activities?

Been meaning to ask this. We have two kids and With a population of 87,036, Citrus Heights is a smaller city. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Worth the trade-offs?

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Arthur G.

Working remotely from Citrus Heights

Been meaning to ask this. Military spouse here. Crime rate is something to consider -Citrus Heights sits at 353.7 per 100K. Household incomes average around $77,167 in Citrus Heights. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Cost of living is definit...

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Owen

Planning a move to Citrus Heights -neighborhoods?

Alright, Born and raised here. Rent is about $1,764/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $432,100 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What do you all think? The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Debra G.

How much do you pay for rent in Citrus Heights?

Hey folks, I've been here for 8 years and The median home value here is around $432,100, which is pretty steep. Household incomes average around $77,167 in Citrus Heights. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What are your go-to spots? Night life is de...

0 replies 9 upvotes housing
Arthur G.

Top 5 things I love about Citrus Heights

Longtime lurker here, The unemployment rate is 4.4%, which is about average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

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