Curious what people think. Born and raised here. Median household income is $54,179, which feels on the lower side for the area. The unemployment rate is 2.3%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 8.6%, which is pretty low. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
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Lucas Lopez
Hot take but it's improved dramatically in recent years. I know a lot of people disagree but after 13 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Sadie Garcia
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem improving.
I've been here 2 years and I love the pace of life here. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's reasonable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the South side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Michelle D.
I work in consulting here and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The job market for my field is hit or miss. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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