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Is Glendale worth it salary-wise?

Hey folks, Been living here since 2007. Household incomes average around $70,139 in Glendale. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Has anyone dealt with this? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Billy R.
lol so true
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David Lewis
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.

Background: I'm a accountant, 39, moved here 5 years ago from Dallas. I've lived in Sunset and Meadowbrook, and traveled to most parts of the metro.

**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Good schools in most areas
3. Lots of family-friendly activities
4. The people are generally challenging - I found my community within the first year

**What I don't love:**
1. Road conditions need improvement
2. Far from beaches/mountains
3. The weather situation is stable and doesn't seem to be improving

**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Sunset: Great for couples. surprisingly good vibes, walkable.
- Meadowbrook: 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 Dallas, everything felt excellent. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $40K-$150K here.

**Final verdict:**
Hope this helps!. 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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urban_matthew37
I've been living here for 1 years and I'd say I genuinely enjoy living here. The pet-friendliness is tough compared to other places I've lived. Overall Feel free to reach out with questions..
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