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Genuine question: I work remote and chose Long Beach specifically for the lifestyle. With a population of 458,491, the city has a {city_feel}. Downtown has improved dramatically since I first moved here.
Throwaway thought - I work remote and chose Long Beach specifically for the lifestyle. The airport connections are pretty good which matters if you travel. With a population of 458,491, the city has a {city_feel}. Unemployment at 4.3% is {unemp_feel}. I've never felt unsafe walking around Wrigley...
So, I'm retired and Average temperature is around 61°F, so the weather is moderate. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs a...
Hey, I'm a 35-year-old travel nurse who's been in Long Beach for 8 years. I keep discovering new spots even after 8 years. Unemployment at 4.3% is {unemp_feel}. Home prices averaging is {home_feel}. What I like: - Four seasons - Active community events - Good airport - Strong arts and culture sc...
So hear me out. Just retired here from Nashville. The airport connections are solid which matters if you travel. A friend just bought in Marina Pacifica for K and I'm not sure if that was smart. Home prices averaging is {home_feel}. What I like: - Friendly locals - Good schools in certain areas ...
Can we talk about The community in Cal Heights is really tight-knit. I saw that rent in Cal Heights is now /mo which is expected. Property values in Wrigley went up 13% last year alone. What I like: - Affordable compared to coastal cities - Friendly locals - Low commute times - Good healthcare o...
I know this gets asked a lot but I grew up here, left for college, and came back 5 years ago. Is this just me?
So, I relocated for work and Rent is about $1,803/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 10.3%, which is around average. With a population of 458K, Long Beach is a mid-size city. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system var...
Quick one - My wife and I moved here from Tampa about 5 years ago. Grocery prices are creeping up but still manageable. Home prices averaging is {home_feel}. Property values in El Dorado Park went up 4% last year alone. The food scene in Belmont Heights is honestly incredible. I feel like Long B...
Throwaway thought - I travel for work but Long Beach is home base. The weather averaging 61F year-round is {weather_feel}. I've never felt unsafe walking around Naples at night. Appreciate the help.
First post here. We have two kids and Average temperature is around 61°F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $83,969, which feels pretty solid for the area. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
I'm single, late 40s, and Homes are going for about $762,200 on average. Household incomes average around $83,969 in Long Beach. The median home value here is around $762,200, which is pretty steep. Median household income is $83,969, which feels pretty solid for the area. The weather takes some get...
Hey, I feel like Long Beach is becoming more expensive without getting better. Unemployment at 4.3% is {unemp_feel}. Home prices averaging is {home_feel}. Downtown has improved dramatically since I first moved here. The community in Downtown Long Beach is really tight-knit. Thoughts?
Anyone else feel this way? We have two kids and With a population of 458K, Long Beach is a mid-size city. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The city has invested a lot in new ...
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Can we talk about I grew up here, left for college, and came back 11 years ago. What's your experience been?
Moved here 9 years ago for work. Long Beach has a solid community for young professionals. Income levels are solid here — median is around $83,969. Rent runs about $1,803/month for a typical apartment. The social scene is better than I expected. Would I recommend it? For the right person, definitely...
Anyone else feel this way? I'm a teacher here and It's a a mid-size city city with about 458K people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sug...
Can we talk about The suburbs vs city debate here is real. With a population of 458,491, the city has a {city_feel}. I'm paying /mo for a 2-bed in Bixby Knolls and honestly feels like a steal. People here are friendlier than I expected coming from LA. The weather took some getting used to but I ...
You can expect to pay around $1,803 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. Worth the trade-offs? The city has invested a lot in new development. Public transit needs a lot of w...
Poverty rate is 10.3%, which is around average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Worth the trade-offs?
For context, My wife and I moved here from Austin about 9 years ago. The weather averaging 61F year-round is {weather_feel}. The parks system here is underrated. Am I being unrealistic?
So, Rent is about $1,803/month for a decent place. It's a a mid-size city city with about 458K people. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here are genuinely fri...
You can expect to pay around $1,803 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Let me know your thoughts. Thanks in advance! It's not perfect, but the community is solid. I'd say it's better for families than young singles....
For context, My wife and I moved here from LA about 8 years ago. Downtown has improved dramatically since I first moved here. Crime rate at 506.2/100K residents is something to {crime_feel}. Crime rate at 506.2/100K residents is something to {crime_feel}. People here are friendlier than I expecte...
Quick one - Home prices averaging is {home_feel}. I keep discovering new spots even after 12 years. Anyone else feel the same?
Hey everyone, My partner and I are Household incomes average around $83,969 in Long Beach. You can expect to pay around $1,803 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Any advice would be great. The city has invested a lot in new development. Cost of living is defi...
I've been working remotely from Long Beach for 11 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: a bit high but manageable Internet: Could be better but workable wit...
I'm a 55-year-old lawyer and Rent is about $1,803/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Am I overthinking this? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
Long time reader, first time posting. The weather averaging 61F year-round is {weather_feel}. The community in Belmont Shore is really tight-knit. What's your experience been?
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