Curious what people think. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and It's a a smaller city city with about 58,886 people. Rent is about $3,501/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $231,139 in Cupertino. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Appreciate any input. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development.
25 upvotes
4 Replies
Parker Mitchell
Used to live on the Lakewood side, now on the Oak Park side. Completely different vibe. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
29 upvotes
Sarah Mitchell
great question, following
24 upvotes
Jose Patel
I've been living here for 5 years and I'd say I have mixed feelings honestly. The traffic is hit or miss compared to other places I've lived. Overall It's not for everyone but it works for us..
14 upvotes
Sophie
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a physical therapist, 34, moved here 14 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Springfield and East, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Good healthcare facilities
3. Strong job market in several industries
4. The people are generally solid - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Traffic during rush hour is rough
2. Limited shopping options
3. The cost of living situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Springfield: Great for couples. average vibes, walkable.
- East: 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 Minneapolis, everything felt improving. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $80K-$90K here.
**Final verdict:**
Would recommend to anyone considering it.. 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.
All Countries
