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Holbrook, NY Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

Ezekiel Kelly

Holbrook in the winter -how bad?

Been living here since 2007. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $139,116, which feels pretty solid for the area. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Would love some local perspective.

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Carter Jackson

Day-to-day life in Holbrook, NY

With a population of 26,256, Holbrook is a smaller city. Rent is about $2,427/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 26,256 people. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families e...

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Adrian

Anyone else love living in Holbrook?

Hi all, I'm retired and Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested...

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Ellie Evans

First time home buyer in Holbrook

Hello, My partner and I are Poverty rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What do you all think? TIA! Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtown has improved a lot in recent...

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Elijah Cox

Rent vs buy in Holbrook -what makes sense?

Random thought, The median home value here is around $504,100, which is pretty steep. Poverty rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Would love some local perspective. Thanks in advance! It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Adrian

Holbrook in the winter -how bad?

Hello, I relocated for work and You can expect to pay around $2,427 for rent here. With a population of 26,256, Holbrook is a smaller city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What do you all think? There's a growing tech scene which is exciti...

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nola_everly

Why I chose Holbrook over bigger cities

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The...

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nola_everly

Working remotely from Holbrook

I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The unemployment rate is 2.7%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $2,427 for rent here. Median household income is $139,116, which feels pretty solid for the area. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor ...

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Zoe M.

How are the schools in Holbrook?

First post here. I'm retired and It's a a smaller city city with about 26,256 people. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Am I overthinking this? Thanks! The suburbs are where most families end up. People here are genuinely friendl...

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Sophie Stewart

Best neighborhoods in Holbrook

OK so I grew up here but left for a while. Crime rate is something to consider -Holbrook sits at 22.0 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better...

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Carter Jackson

Moving from Albuquerque to Holbrook next month

Hi all, With a population of 26,256, Holbrook is a smaller city. Rent is about $2,427/month for a decent place. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Am I wrong here?

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Ezekiel Kelly

Working in Holbrook -salaries realistic?

I'm a teacher here and With a population of 26,256, Holbrook is a smaller city. Poverty rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $139,116, which feels pretty solid for the area. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The school system varies a lot by nei...

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Jayden Long

Holbrook is underrated, change my mind

Hi all, Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. It's a a smaller city city with about 26,256 people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

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Sadie Thomas

Weekend activities in Holbrook?

Curious what people think. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Thoughts? Appreciate any input. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Public transit needs a lot of...

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Zoe M.

Moving to Holbrook -what should I know?

Hey everyone, We're a young couple and Crime rate is something to consider -Holbrook sits at 22.0 per 100K. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Any help is appreciated. It's changing fast -some good, some not so...

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Ellie Evans

How is the nightlife in Holbrook?

Curious what people think. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Poverty rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $2,427/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $139,116 in Holbrook. Median household income is $139,116, which feels pretty solid for the area. The parks and ...

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Charlotte Murphy

What to expect moving to Holbrook?

Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Holbrook sits at 22.0 per 100K. The weather takes some getting used to. Thoughts? Any help is appreciated. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It...

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