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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Camila Wright

What's it really like living in Hollister?

First post here. It's a a smaller city city with about 43,003 people. Rent is about $1,846/month for a decent place. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Leonardo Garcia

Best neighborhoods in Hollister

Random thought, I'm retired and Homes are going for about $679,300 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 43,003 people. Average temperature is around 59--F, so the weather is moderate. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods...

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David L.

Healthcare options in Hollister?

Been meaning to ask this. Rent is about $1,846/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $679,300, which is pretty steep. Median household income is $101,979, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. I'd say it's better for fa...

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Nicholas L.

Living in Hollister -the reality

With a population of 43,003, Hollister is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 59--F, so the weather is moderate. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Thoughts?

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Evan Reed

Rent in Hollister getting crazy

Hey folks, I'm a teacher here and The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. You can expect to pay around $1,846 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. Worth the trade-offs?

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Michael Morris

Rent vs buy in Hollister -what makes sense?

Hi all, It's a a smaller city city with about 43,003 people. With a population of 43,003, Hollister is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Hollister sits at 282.2 per 100K. Rent is about $1,846/month for a decent place. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People her...

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Ruby Campbell

Day-to-day life in Hollister, CA

Random thought, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and You can expect to pay around $1,846 for rent here. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtown has improved a lot in recent...

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Ellie Cook

Job market in Hollister for tech?

We have two kids and With a population of 43,003, Hollister is a smaller city. Median household income is $101,979, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $679,300, which is pretty steep. Household incomes average around $101,979 in Hollister. The suburbs are whe...

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Ellie Cook

The good and bad of living in Hollister

Not sure if this has been asked before, but My partner and I are You can expect to pay around $1,846 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. Should I be concerned? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but ...

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Evan Reed

Is Hollister walkable?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a 27-year-old mechanic and Poverty rate is 7.6%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $101,979, which feels pretty solid for the area. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growi...

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Michael Morris

Best restaurants in Hollister?

We're a young couple and It's a a smaller city city with about 43,003 people. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Thanks!

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Roy N.

How much do you pay for rent in Hollister?

Longtime lurker here, Been living here since 2024. Poverty rate is 7.6%, which is pretty low. With a population of 43,003, Hollister is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 43,003 people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of community in certain n...

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Aaliyah Perez

Unpopular opinion about Hollister

OK so I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Median household income is $101,979, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Any advice would be gre...

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Nevaeh Evans

Rent vs buy in Hollister -what makes sense?

Hi all, Homes are going for about $679,300 on average. Poverty rate is 7.6%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Does this match your experience?

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