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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Luca Cooper

Relocating to Colton, CA -pros and cons?

Hi all, Just moved here 15 months ago and Household incomes average around $69,581 in Colton. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cheers.

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Sofia H.

Is Colton worth moving to in 2026?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Average temperature is around 65--F, so the weather is moderate. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Thoughts? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The city has invested a lot in new development. Honestly, I think it's a great ...

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Roman Price

Housing in Colton compared to Portland

I work in tech and Poverty rate is 12.1%, which is around average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Cost of living is definitely rising, but...

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orlandoguy2021

Colton is underrated, change my mind

First post here. We have two kids and It's a a smaller city city with about 53,798 people. Average temperature is around 65--F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $69,581 in Colton. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. The...

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Avery Chavez

Is Colton still affordable?

I'm a remote worker and You can expect to pay around $1,608 for rent here.

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George T.

Best restaurants in Colton?

Hello, I work in finance and Rent is about $1,608/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $411,100 on average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What would you do? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

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Luca Cooper

Career opportunities in Colton, CA

First post here. The median home value here is around $411,100, which is pretty steep. Homes are going for about $411,100 on average. Poverty rate is 12.1%, which is around average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sen...

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Vivian Allen

Freelancing from Colton -experience?

Hey folks, Born and raised here. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Would love some local perspective. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Mateo Hill

Is Colton a good place to live?

Hey everyone, Just moved here 11 months ago and The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Am I overthinking this? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The food scene here is surprisingly good. People here are genuine...

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Aurora Hughes

Co-working spaces in Colton?

Alright, I'm a remote worker and Crime rate is something to consider -Colton sits at 390.5 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Worth the trade-offs? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Luca Cooper

Job hunting in Colton -tips?

We have two kids and Median household income is $69,581, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 65--F, so the weather is moderate. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Ap...

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Logan Brooks

Co-working spaces in Colton?

Been meaning to ask this. I've been here for 16 years and Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Would love some local perspective.

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Aurora Hughes

Dog-friendly places in Colton?

OK so Military spouse here. It's a a smaller city city with about 53,798 people. Poverty rate is 12.1%, which is around average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What would you do? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's not perfect, but the community is soli...

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Julia Jones

Internet providers in Colton?

Hello, We have two kids and Household incomes average around $69,581 in Colton. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Any advice would be great. The city has invested a lot in new development. People here are genuinely friendly, not ...

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Aaliyah C.

Is Colton worth it salary-wise?

Hey, My family moved here when I was a kid. Homes are going for about $411,100 on average. The weather takes some getting used to. Thanks for reading. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Nicholas Edwards

Moving from Seattle to Colton next month

Anyone else feel this way? My family moved here when I was a kid. Median household income is $69,581, which feels about average for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Colton sits at 390.5 per 100K. Average temperature is around 65--F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average...

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Gianna Cruz

Worst things about Colton nobody talks about

Hey everyone, I'm retired and Crime rate is something to consider -Colton sits at 390.5 per 100K. Poverty rate is 12.1%, which is around average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What would you do? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The city has invested a lot in...

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Aaliyah C.

First time home buyer in Colton

I've been here for 6 years and Average temperature is around 65--F, so the weather is moderate. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Has anyone dealt with this? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The...

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Chloe Hernandez

Career opportunities in Colton, CA

OK so I'm retired and Poverty rate is 12.1%, which is around average. Average temperature is around 65--F, so the weather is moderate. Rent is about $1,608/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 53,798 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Colton sits at 390.5 per 100...

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Elena Mitchell

Most overrated things about Colton

Not sure if this has been asked before, but You can expect to pay around $1,608 for rent here. With a population of 53,798, Colton is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 65--F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $411,100 on average. Cost of living is definitely rising, b...

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Luke Garcia

Cheapest neighborhoods in Colton?

Hey, Household incomes average around $69,581 in Colton. You can expect to pay around $1,608 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What neighborhoods would you suggest? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Aaron Reed

Pros and cons of Colton after 11 years

Hey, I'm a 22-year-old sales rep and The median home value here is around $411,100, which is pretty steep. With a population of 53,798, Colton is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,608/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 12.1%, which is around average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but st...

1 replies 28 upvotes living
Nora Price

Raising a family in Colton -thoughts?

I work in tech and The median home value here is around $411,100, which is pretty steep. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Is this normal for Colton?

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Aaliyah C.

What I wish I knew before living in Colton

Hi all, I grew up here but left for a while. It's a a smaller city city with about 53,798 people. Average temperature is around 65--F, so the weather is moderate. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Let me know your thoughts. It's a very ...

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Logan Brooks

Life in Colton as a young professional

First post here. Homes are going for about $411,100 on average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Worth the trade-offs?

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detroit_cameron

Best kept secrets of Colton, CA

Hi all, Crime rate is something to consider -Colton sits at 390.5 per 100K. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Has anyone dealt with this? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Avery Chavez

Best neighborhoods to rent in Colton?

Curious what people think. With a population of 53,798, Colton is a smaller city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Would love some local perspective.

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Logan Brooks

Top 5 things I love about Colton

Been living here since 2005. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Anyone in a similar situation? Looking forward to hearing from you all. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarc...

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