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Half Moon Bay, CA Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Luna Brooks

Job hunting in Half Moon Bay -tips?

Anyone else feel this way? With a population of 11,454, Half Moon Bay is a small town. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Should I be concerned? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Savannah Scott

Is Half Moon Bay walkable?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Military spouse here. Household incomes average around $153,199 in Half Moon Bay. With a population of 11,454, Half Moon Bay is a small town. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know wher...

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Caleb Gutierrez

Starting a business in Half Moon Bay?

Hi all, I'm a remote worker and The unemployment rate is 1.6%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Caleb Gutierrez

Cheapest neighborhoods in Half Moon Bay?

We're a young couple and The unemployment rate is 1.6%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Am I wrong here? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for bet...

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Logan Reed

Top 5 things I love about Half Moon Bay

OK so Night life is decent if you know the right spots. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Serenity Hill

Is Half Moon Bay a good place to live?

There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Has anyone dealt with this? Thanks for reading.

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Joshua Watson

First time home buyer in Half Moon Bay

Poverty rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $1,467,000 on average. The median home value here is around $1,467,000, which is pretty steep. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Would love some local perspective. Ther...

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Caleb Gutierrez

Best neighborhoods to rent in Half Moon Bay?

It's a a small town city with about 11,454 people. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. TIA! People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and outdoor ...

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Savannah Scott

Day-to-day life in Half Moon Bay, CA

I'm a 45-year-old physical therapist and Crime rate is something to consider -Half Moon Bay sits at 8.8 per 100K. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Thoughts? Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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