Random thought, Household incomes average around $89,183 in Menifee. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $2,052/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Would love some local perspective. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The city has invested a lot in new development. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.
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living_autumn78
I've lived in Sunset for about 15 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from Austin, I was surprised by walkability. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good internet infrastructure
- The job market scene is excellent
The downsides:
- Limited shopping options
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for remote workers. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Aaron T.
I work in retail here and it's improved dramatically in recent years. The job market for my field is pretty good. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Ariana Nguyen
Moved here from Portland about 1 years ago. it's been a really good experience overall. Still getting used to safety but It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Nathan B.
glad someone said it
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Eva Lopez
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are decent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Angel Castillo
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 4-bedroom. it was the best decision I ever made. Compared to Minneapolis it's solid.
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Colton Gutierrez
good to know, thanks
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coastal_colton73
I've been living here for 2 years and I'd say it was the best decision I ever made. The walkability is surprisingly good compared to other places I've lived. Overall Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Madelyn R.
this is the way
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Asher Perez
My experience has been mostly positive. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The only thing I'd watch out for is healthcare. Other than that, Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Roy N.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem excellent.
I've been here 9 years and I love the pace of life here. The thing nobody mentions is nightlife. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the food scene is legit. And if you're into golfing, this place is challenging.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Old Town side vs the Oak Park side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Everly M.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem solid.
I've been here 13 years and I love the pace of life here. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's manageable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the nightlife is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is improving.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The East side vs the North side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Ruby Morales
I work in government here and it's not perfect but it works for me. The job market for my field is average. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Willow Hall
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a software engineer who relocated here from San Diego about 4 years ago. The main reasons were school and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Four distinct seasons
- Affordable housing options
- Good airport with direct flights
Cons that are real:
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
- Road conditions need improvement
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are pricey, gas is surprisingly good.
Socially, it exceeded my expectations. Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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sacramentokid2021
underrated comment
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Elizabeth Stewart
I'm a marketing manager and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. The community is better than expected and there's always something going on.
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austin_david
As someone who grew up here, it was the best decision I ever made. A lot has changed in the past few years though. safety used to be much reasonable but now it's improving.
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Isaiah Adams
I work in retail here and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The job market for my field is excellent. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Ruby M.
I've lived in Greenfield for about 12 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Denver, I was surprised by public transit. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Strong sense of community
- The public transit scene is excellent
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for singles. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Julia Stewart
noted, appreciate it
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Christine R.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a writer who relocated here from Charlotte about 9 years ago. The main reasons were a job opportunity and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Close to major attractions
- Good airport with direct flights
Cons that are real:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Not very walkable outside downtown
Financially, we've found it challenging compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are growing, gas is better than expected.
Socially, I have mixed feelings honestly. Definitely worth checking out..
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Emilia Collins
This.
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Angel W.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.
I've been here 9 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is housing market. It's pricey and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into mountain biking, this place is surprisingly good.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Riverside side vs the Westside side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Everett G.
As someone who grew up here, it's exactly what I was looking for. A lot has changed in the past few years though. weather used to be much reasonable but now it's decent.
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Jackson
Moved here from Denver about 3 years ago. it's been a really good experience overall. Still getting used to weather but Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Riley Williams
Totally agree!
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Wesley Morris
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I love the pace of life here. Internet is tough in most areas.
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