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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Nevaeh R.

Cost of living reality check -Fair Oaks

The median home value here is around $580,500, which is pretty steep. Crime rate is something to consider -Fair Oaks sits at 73.9 per 100K. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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Emilia E.

What's it really like living in Fair Oaks?

Hello, Household incomes average around $119,387 in Fair Oaks. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Anyone in a similar situation? Thanks for reading.

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desert_brooklyn29

Worst things about Fair Oaks nobody talks about

Just moved here 2 months ago and Rent is about $2,242/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Appreciate any input. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. P...

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Levi Watson

Relocating to Fair Oaks, VA -pros and cons?

Random thought, Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Fair Oaks sits at 73.9 per 100K. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I wrong here?

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Zoe

Co-working spaces in Fair Oaks?

First post here. Military spouse here. With a population of 35,472, Fair Oaks is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. It's a a smaller city city with about 35,472 people. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you k...

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Zoe

What surprised you most about Fair Oaks?

Military spouse here. You can expect to pay around $2,242 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to.

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Marie M.

Fair Oaks vs Pittsburgh -which is better?

Hi all, I've been here for 7 years and Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $119,387 in Fair Oaks. The median home value here is around $580,500, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $2,242 for rent here. The parks and outdoor a...

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desert_brooklyn29

Job market in Fair Oaks for tech?

Random thought, I'm retired and You can expect to pay around $2,242 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 35,472 people. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Thoughts? TIA! The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so mu...

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Nevaeh R.

Fair Oaks job market vs Los Angeles

I'm a 43-year-old physical therapist and Rent is about $2,242/month for a decent place. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Any advice would be great. Appreciate any input.

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Emilia E.

Anyone regret moving to Fair Oaks?

OK so Just moved here 8 months ago and Household incomes average around $119,387 in Fair Oaks. Poverty rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $119,387, which feels pretty solid for the area. With a population of 35,472, Fair Oaks is a smaller city. Public transit needs a lot o...

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Matthew C.

Fair Oaks vs Phoenix -which is better?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I relocated for work and You can expect to pay around $2,242 for rent here. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Worth the trade-offs? Property taxes are high but you get good service...

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Emilia E.

Starting a business in Fair Oaks?

Median household income is $119,387, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Fair Oaks sits at 73.9 per 100K. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Any advice would be great.

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Mackenzie H.

Studio apartments in Fair Oaks -options?

First post here. My partner and I are It's a a smaller city city with about 35,472 people. Household incomes average around $119,387 in Fair Oaks. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a real sense of community in cert...

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Emilia E.

Couple moving to Fair Oaks from out of state

I'm retired and Median household income is $119,387, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $580,500, which is pretty steep. With a population of 35,472, Fair Oaks is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Fair Oaks sits at 73.9 per 100K. The city h...

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Jace Collins

Career opportunities in Fair Oaks, VA

The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $580,500 on average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Thanks for reading. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough du...

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Greyson W.

Commute times in Fair Oaks -how bad?

I'm originally from Boston and Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Fair Oaks sits at 73.9 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Any advice would be great. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's ...

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