Hey, The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Am I overthinking this? Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Isaac Smith
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Riverside for 1 years. Moved from Raleigh for retirement. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is decent. We bought in 2015 at k and it's now worth up significantly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Lots of new construction which should help.
**Employment:**
real estate is strong here. engineering is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are growing for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
it exceeded my expectations. The outdoor scene is pretty good - we have mountains within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Riverside schools are average. 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. Not a lot of cultural diversity. Dating scene is rough. And weather can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For couples, I'd say this is a 5/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Rylee Wright
Came here for family and stayed because I genuinely enjoy living here. The safety is honestly solid and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Everett Richardson
yep
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Lillian S.
I work in finance here and it was the best decision I ever made. The job market for my field is excellent. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Skylar Morgan
Weather-wise, the summers are tough and winters are established. You get used to it after the first year.
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Zoe Peterson
I work in finance here and it's exactly what I was looking for. The job market for my field is surprisingly good. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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