Hey everyone, I grew up here but left for a while. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 69,183, East Orange is a smaller city. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Does this match your experience? Appreciate any input.
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Autumn W.
I work in engineering here and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The job market for my field is decent. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Bella Ramirez
couldn't agree more
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Evelyn R.
Hot take but it was the best decision I ever made. I know a lot of people disagree but after 9 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Jack Rivera
+1
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Hailey D.
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a writer, 38, moved here 12 years ago from San Francisco. I've lived in Oak Park and Sunset, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Good schools in most areas
3. Affordable housing options
4. The people are generally hit or miss - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Traffic during rush hour is rough
2. Urban sprawl is real
3. The school system situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Oak Park: Great for remote workers. underrated vibes, walkable.
- Sunset: 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 San Francisco, everything felt decent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are manageable. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $100K-$110K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. 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.
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Ezra Turner
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Internet is solid in most areas.
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