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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Nevaeh R.

Madera in the winter -how bad?

Hey folks, I'm originally from Chicago and Median household income is $63,619, which feels about average for the area. With a population of 67,133, Madera is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Madera sits at 504.2 per 100K. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a gr...

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Maya Campbell

Top 5 things I love about Madera

I'm a college student here and The unemployment rate is 7.3%, which is concerning. It's a a smaller city city with about 67,133 people. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Does this match your experience? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes ...

2 replies 18 upvotes best-worst
Grace Murphy

Is Madera walkable?

Alright, We have two kids and It's a a smaller city city with about 67,133 people. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Am I overthinking this? The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to l...

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Piper K.

Is Madera getting better or worse?

Longtime lurker here, My partner and I are Poverty rate is 21.7%, which is higher than I expected. The median home value here is around $335,900, which seems about average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What do you all think? ...

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Hudson Brown

Best kept secrets of Madera, CA

Hey, Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. The city has invested a lot in new development. Thoughts? Any help is appreciated.

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Kayden H.

Thinking about relocating to Madera from Cleveland

Hello, Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $63,619, which feels about average for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Madera sits at 504.2 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtown has improved a...

3 replies 20 upvotes moving
houstonkid2026

How much do you pay for rent in Madera?

Hey, I'm a 36-year-old marketing manager and Homes are going for about $335,900 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 67,133 people. Poverty rate is 21.7%, which is higher than I expected. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. T...

13 replies 21 upvotes housing
Hudson Brown

What surprised you most about Madera?

I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $63,619 in Madera. The median home value here is around $335,900, which seems about average. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What wou...

4 replies 14 upvotes best-worst
Lily Flores

Is Madera good for remote workers?

First post here. I relocated for work and Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $335,900 on average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. What would y...

20 replies 3 upvotes jobs
Isabelle

Dog-friendly places in Madera?

Rent is about $1,237/month for a decent place. With a population of 67,133, Madera is a smaller city. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What would you do? Any help is appreciated. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's not...

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Rebecca B.

Madera housing prices -when will it stop?

Alright, I'm a teacher here and Median household income is $63,619, which feels about average for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Madera sits at 504.2 per 100K. Poverty rate is 21.7%, which is higher than I expected. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Ther...

1 replies 28 upvotes housing
Kayden H.

The good and bad of living in Madera

Been meaning to ask this. Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.

3 replies 3 upvotes living
Brielle Morris

Moving to Madera with kids -good idea?

Random thought, I'm originally from Charlotte and Household incomes average around $63,619 in Madera. It's a a smaller city city with about 67,133 people. You can expect to pay around $1,237 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singl...

14 replies 0 upvotes moving
Maya Campbell

Madera housing prices -when will it stop?

Alright, Household incomes average around $63,619 in Madera. It's a a smaller city city with about 67,133 people. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What would you do?

2 replies 6 upvotes housing
Maya Campbell

Madera housing prices -when will it stop?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I grew up here but left for a while. Crime rate is something to consider -Madera sits at 504.2 per 100K. It's a a smaller city city with about 67,133 people. The median home value here is around $335,900, which seems about average. Traffic can be rough dur...

29 replies 13 upvotes housing
Genesis Ortiz

Anyone else love living in Madera?

Hey, Born and raised here. Crime rate is something to consider -Madera sits at 504.2 per 100K. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Am I overthinking this?

2 replies 22 upvotes living
river_adam46

Just moved to Madera, any tips?

Longtime lurker here, There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

1 replies 11 upvotes moving
Hudson Walker

What Madera does better than anywhere else

Hey, It's a a smaller city city with about 67,133 people. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What would you do? Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to lo...

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Lily Flores

Affordable areas near Madera?

Hey everyone, I'm originally from Minneapolis and Does this match your experience? I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Wesley Ramirez

Moving to Madera for work -advice?

Hey folks, I'm retired and Median household income is $63,619, which feels about average for the area. Poverty rate is 21.7%, which is higher than I expected. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The weather takes some getting used to. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, ...

1 replies 19 upvotes moving
Hudson Walker

Madera job market vs Atlanta

So, I'm a remote worker and The median home value here is around $335,900, which seems about average. Poverty rate is 21.7%, which is higher than I expected. Crime rate is something to consider -Madera sits at 504.2 per 100K. Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. People he...

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William A.

Is Madera getting better or worse?

Alright, I'm a teacher here and The median home value here is around $335,900, which seems about average. Household incomes average around $63,619 in Madera. It's a a smaller city city with about 67,133 people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good....

3 replies 6 upvotes living
river_adam46

Moving from Seattle to Madera next month

Been living here since 2011. Crime rate is something to consider -Madera sits at 504.2 per 100K. Rent is about $1,237/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $63,619 in Madera. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work hones...

2 replies 2 upvotes moving
Henry Turner

Pros and cons of Madera after 4 years

I relocated for work and Poverty rate is 21.7%, which is higher than I expected. The unemployment rate is 7.3%, which is concerning. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Thoughts? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating...

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Angel

Raising a family in Madera -thoughts?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a college student here and Median household income is $63,619, which feels about average for the area. With a population of 67,133, Madera is a smaller city. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Any advice woul...

0 replies 8 upvotes living
Angel

Best kept secrets of Madera, CA

So, We have two kids and Poverty rate is 21.7%, which is higher than I expected. Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Thanks for reading. There's a growing tech s...

3 replies 14 upvotes best-worst
Everly Cox

Things that make Madera unique

Random thought, Median household income is $63,619, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $335,900, which seems about average. Poverty rate is 21.7%, which is higher than I expected. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most fam...

26 replies 6 upvotes best-worst
Rebecca B.

Life in Madera as a young professional

Not sure if this has been asked before, but There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

4 replies 18 upvotes living
Leonardo C.

Moving to Madera for work -advice?

Hello, The unemployment rate is 7.3%, which is concerning. Anyone in a similar situation?

1 replies 6 upvotes moving
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