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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Joshua T.

First time home buyer in Corona

OK so Military spouse here. With a population of 159K, Corona is a mid-size city. Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. Rent is about $2,136/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has improv...

9 replies 2 upvotes housing
Dominic

Corona quality of life — am I missing something?

Hey, Military spouse here. Crime rate is something to consider — Corona sits at 170.3 per 100K. Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 159K people. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhood...

1 replies 9 upvotes living
Elijah M.

Things Corona needs to improve

Hey everyone, We're a young couple and Household incomes average around $106,438 in Corona. It's a a mid-size city city with about 159K people. Homes are going for about $656,500 on average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. What do you al...

7 replies 32 upvotes best-worst
Edward A.

Honest thoughts on life in Corona

Random thought, Been living here since 2015. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. You can expect to pay around $2,136 for rent here. The median home value here is around $656,500, which is pretty steep. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cost of living is de...

2 replies 14 upvotes living
Logan G.

Best industries in Corona right now

Hello, Just moved here 10 months ago and Household incomes average around $106,438 in Corona. The median home value here is around $656,500, which is pretty steep. It's a a mid-size city city with about 159K people. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor a...

1 replies 46 upvotes jobs
Carol H.

Is public transit usable in Corona?

Crime rate is something to consider — Corona sits at 170.3 per 100K. The median home value here is around $656,500, which is pretty steep. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Thoughts? The suburbs are where most families end up. The subu...

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Cooper Baker

Things that make Corona unique

Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. Worth the trade-offs?

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Jameson

Is Corona good for remote workers?

Hi all, Household incomes average around $106,438 in Corona. Worth the trade-offs? Property taxes are high but you get good services.

9 replies 21 upvotes jobs
Olivia Jackson

Best restaurants in Corona?

Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. Has anyone dealt with this?

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Edward A.

Healthcare options in Corona?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm single, late 20s, and Household incomes average around $106,438 in Corona. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What do you all think? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for...

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connor_walker

Why I chose Corona over bigger cities

Curious what people think. Household incomes average around $106,438 in Corona. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Does this match your experience? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you kno...

0 replies 33 upvotes living
Logan G.

Best restaurants in Corona?

Anyone in a similar situation? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Jonathan Brown

Rent in Corona getting crazy

Hey, You can expect to pay around $2,136 for rent here. Rent is about $2,136/month for a decent place. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Any advice would be great. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can b...

9 replies 22 upvotes housing
Colton L.

What's it really like living in Corona?

Random thought, Military spouse here. Median household income is $106,438, which feels pretty solid for the area. Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know...

1 replies 39 upvotes living
Edward A.

Raising a family in Corona — thoughts?

Been meaning to ask this. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Anyone in a similar situation?

1 replies 49 upvotes living
Isabelle Diaz

Day-to-day life in Corona, CA

First post here. Just moved here 14 months ago and Thanks in advance! The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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Danielle M.

Grocery stores in Corona — recommendations?

Crime rate is something to consider — Corona sits at 170.3 per 100K. Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $106,438 in Corona. Rent is about $2,136/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The school system varies...

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Dominic

Corona in the winter — how bad?

OK so I grew up here but left for a while. You can expect to pay around $2,136 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider — Corona sits at 170.3 per 100K. Household incomes average around $106,438 in Corona. The median home value here is around $656,500, which is pretty steep. Homes are goin...

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Carol H.

Why I chose Corona over bigger cities

Alright, Been living here since 2023. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $656,500 on average. Crime rate is something to consider — Corona sits at 170.3 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or ...

7 replies 10 upvotes living
Michael M.

Rent prices in Corona getting crazy

Anyone else noticing rent going up fast in Corona? Over the last year, I feel like prices went up at least 10-15%. I'm paying $2136 for a 2BR which feels like a lot. Are there any neighborhoods that are still affordable? Thinking about moving to a cheaper area.

2 replies 1 upvotes housing
Dominic

Best hidden gems in Corona

Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. Thoughts? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Jameson

Biggest downsides of living in Corona?

So, I'm a 25-year-old electrician and You can expect to pay around $2,136 for rent here. With a population of 159K, Corona is a mid-size city. Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $2,136/month for a decent place. The weather tak...

4 replies 32 upvotes best-worst
Olivia Jackson

Best coffee shops in Corona?

Hey folks, My family moved here when I was a kid. You can expect to pay around $2,136 for rent here. With a population of 159K, Corona is a mid-size city. Household incomes average around $106,438 in Corona. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. People here are genuinely friendly, not ...

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Cooper Baker

Healthcare options in Corona?

Hello, We have two kids and Median household income is $106,438, which feels pretty solid for the area. Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The suburbs are where most families end up. Let me know your thoughts. People here are genuinely frien...

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Edward A.

Is Corona a good place to retire?

My wife and I are planning to retire in the next few years. We're considering Corona because of the weather. Weather is moderate — about 63F average. Cost of living looks a bit high but manageable. How's the healthcare situation? Any retiree communities?

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Danielle M.

Is Corona getting better or worse?

Hey, Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. With a population of 159K, Corona is a mid-size city. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Am I wrong ...

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Charlotte

Moving from Baltimore to Corona next month

Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $656,500 on average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Thoughts? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the ...

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Charlotte

Moving to Corona with kids — good idea?

Hi all, I'm a 51-year-old teacher and The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $2,136/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $2,136 for rent here. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. Night life is decent if you know the right spots...

3 replies 52 upvotes moving
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