Hey folks, I relocated for work and With a population of 36,572, Kiryas Joel is a smaller city. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What would you do?
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Waylon
literally same
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Robert
Hot take but the quality of life is solid. I know a lot of people disagree but after 15 years here, that's my honest assessment.
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Piper Carter
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a software engineer who relocated here from Denver about 13 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and a job opportunity.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Good healthcare facilities
- Good internet infrastructure
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Financially, we've found it hit or miss compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are manageable, gas is improving.
Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Aubrey Jackson
thanks for sharing
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Kinsley
I've lived in Riverside for about 10 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I genuinely enjoy living here. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by public transit. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good schools in most areas
- The cost of living scene is excellent
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for young professionals. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Madeline Lewis
same here
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Nova King
as a local I can confirm
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Isaiah Johnson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 15 years ago from Baltimore and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Eastside. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in hospitality. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally surprisingly good. It took about 17 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like Italian.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Joshua Gonzalez
Can confirm, been here 1 years.
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austin_delilah
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Emily Martinez
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Willow Torres
Bought a house here in 2022 and I have mixed feelings honestly. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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