Household incomes average around $190,882 in Haddonfield. You can expect to pay around $1,783 for rent here. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The weather takes some getting used to. The weather takes some getting used to. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.
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William Ramos
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a pharmacist who relocated here from Houston about 2 years ago. The main reasons were cost of living and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Decent public transit for the size
- Close to major attractions
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Can feel isolated
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are competitive, gas is underrated.
Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. No regrets on my end..
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Margaret R.
spot on
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Silas Ramirez
I work in retail here and it's not perfect but it works for me. The job market for my field is challenging. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Everly M.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Sunset for 12 years. Moved from Chicago for cost of living. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is average. We bought in 2018 at k and it's now worth about the same than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
construction is strong here. marketing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are developing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I genuinely enjoy living here. The outdoor scene is decent - we have state parks within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Sunset schools are hit or miss. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Property taxes are high. Not a lot of cultural diversity. And school system can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 6/10. Would recommend to anyone considering it.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Everly Foster
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 13 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Lakewood. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is reasonable right now, especially in finance. If you're in engineering you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
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