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Why I chose East Kapolei over bigger cities

OK so With a population of 6,200, East Kapolei is a small town. Poverty rate is 5.0%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $743,600, which is pretty steep. Rent is about $1,947/month for a decent place. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Let me know your thoughts. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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Theodore Wright
same here
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Joseph Gonzalez
seconding this
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Kayden Cook
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.

I've been here 5 years and I'm still on the fence after all this time. The thing nobody mentions is job market. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.

That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is pretty good.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Meadowbrook side vs the Highland side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.

Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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