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Is McMinnville worth it salary-wise?
I'm originally from Austin and The median home value here is around $391,100, which seems about average.
18 upvotes
28 Replies
Andrew Flores
Totally agree!
40 upvotes
Riley W.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's improved dramatically in recent years. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
39 upvotes
Eva Smith
been saying this for years
36 upvotes
Isabelle Scott
I work in engineering here and I have mixed feelings honestly. The job market for my field is surprisingly good. Definitely worth checking out..
35 upvotes
Gabriella Wilson
Totally agree!
34 upvotes
Chloe Peterson
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I genuinely enjoy living here. Internet is solid in most areas.
33 upvotes
Daniel J.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are excellent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
32 upvotes
Adrian C.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in East for 9 years. Moved from Atlanta for weather. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is hit or miss. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. consulting is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are competitive for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
the quality of life is solid. The outdoor scene is solid - we have biking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. East schools are improving. 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. Property taxes are high. Homeless population growing downtown. And food scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 9/10. Definitely worth checking out.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in East for 9 years. Moved from Atlanta for weather. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is hit or miss. We bought in 2021 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 4-bed in a safe area. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts.
**Employment:**
tech is strong here. consulting is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are competitive for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
the quality of life is solid. The outdoor scene is solid - we have biking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. East schools are improving. 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. Property taxes are high. Homeless population growing downtown. And food scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 9/10. Definitely worth checking out.. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
30 upvotes
Clara B.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's been a really good experience overall. Internet is tough in most areas.
24 upvotes
Leo W.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, I have mixed feelings honestly. Happy to answer more specific questions..
24 upvotes
Lucas
I've lived in Sunset for about 7 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from Pittsburgh, I was surprised by cultural scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Good internet infrastructure
- The cultural scene scene is improving
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Chain restaurants dominate
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for young professionals. Feel free to reach out with questions..
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from Pittsburgh, I was surprised by cultural scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Good internet infrastructure
- The cultural scene scene is improving
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Chain restaurants dominate
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for young professionals. Feel free to reach out with questions..
23 upvotes
Adrian H.
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in Sunset for 10 years. Moved from New York for my partner's job. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is decent. We bought in 2024 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
education is strong here. marketing 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:**
I have mixed feelings honestly. The outdoor scene is pretty good - we have hiking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Sunset schools are pretty good. 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. Limited high-paying job options. Bugs and humidity in summer. And traffic can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 9/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in Sunset for 10 years. Moved from New York for my partner's job. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is decent. We bought in 2024 at k and it's now worth up a bit than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
education is strong here. marketing 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:**
I have mixed feelings honestly. The outdoor scene is pretty good - we have hiking trails within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. Sunset schools are pretty good. 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. Limited high-paying job options. Bugs and humidity in summer. And traffic can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 9/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
21 upvotes
Emilia C.
noted, appreciate it
20 upvotes
Sarah W.
Moved here last year, no regrets.
19 upvotes
Aurora Wright
Public transit is average here. You'll probably need a car for most things. it was the best decision I ever made.
19 upvotes
Dominic Nguyen
Moved here last year, no regrets.
16 upvotes
wesley_dude
Used to live on the Pine Hills side, now on the Meadowbrook side. Completely different vibe. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now.
14 upvotes
Waylon Carter
I work in manufacturing here and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The job market for my field is tough. Happy to answer more specific questions..
13 upvotes
minneapolisliving2026
I work in legal here and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The job market for my field is solid. Good luck with whatever you decide..
11 upvotes
nathan_vibes
interesting, hadn't considered that
11 upvotes
Audrey Evans
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The cultural scene is genuinely excellent and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (North) is affordable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from San Francisco, be prepared for the culture shock. housing market is completely different here. And Limited high-paying job options.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
If you value job market, you'll love it. The cultural scene is genuinely excellent and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. My neighborhood (North) is affordable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from San Francisco, be prepared for the culture shock. housing market is completely different here. And Limited high-paying job options.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
11 upvotes
Cora Murphy
Hot take but I genuinely enjoy living here. I know a lot of people disagree but after 2 years here, that's my honest assessment.
10 upvotes
Colton Nguyen
I've lived in Meadowbrook for about 8 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by walkability. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The public transit scene is improving
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Houston, I was surprised by walkability. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The public transit scene is improving
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Far from beaches/mountains
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
9 upvotes
Jonathan
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it exceeded my expectations. Internet is tough in most areas.
9 upvotes
Everett
Used to live on the West side, now on the Riverside side. Completely different vibe. I genuinely enjoy living here.
8 upvotes
Sofia D.
As someone who grew up here, I genuinely enjoy living here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. outdoor recreation used to be much affordable but now it's better than expected.
6 upvotes
Anna Lopez
We moved here with our family and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Schools in South area are hit or miss. Kids love it here.
4 upvotes
Emma R.
Moved here last year, no regrets.
4 upvotes