Hey folks, I'm retired and Poverty rate is 4.9%, which is pretty low. It's a a small town city with about 16,726 people. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Thanks! Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Natalie Hughes
accurate
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Zoey Hill
Moved here from Seattle about 5 years ago. it's been a really good experience overall. Still getting used to public transit but It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Brooks Jimenez
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem decent.
I've been here 3 years and it was the best decision I ever made. The thing nobody mentions is community vibe. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the nightlife is legit. And if you're into camping, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The South side vs the Maple Ridge side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
No regrets on my end..
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Aurora Nelson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 3 years ago from Baltimore and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Eastside. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in healthcare you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: solid. Tons of options if you like Southern.
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