Military spouse here. Household incomes average around $59,690 in Monmouth. Rent is about $652/month for a decent place. With a population of 8,794, Monmouth is a small town. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
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Nevaeh Stewart
Came here for a fresh start and stayed because I'm still on the fence after all this time. The public transit is honestly decent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Victoria Nguyen
Bought a house here in 2022 and I love the pace of life here. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Hailey Gomez
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Compared to Tampa it's tough.
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Michael
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in North for 12 years. Moved from Boston for quality of life. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is better than expected. We bought in 2023 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 1-bed in a safe area. The market is competitive but not impossible.
**Employment:**
legal is strong here. government is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are manageable for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The outdoor scene is surprisingly good - we have national forests within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. North schools are excellent. 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 public transit options. Dating scene is rough. And cultural scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For remote workers, I'd say this is a 5/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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denverlover2024
bump
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Jameson Torres
Renting here right now, paying about /mo for a 3-bedroom. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Compared to Phoenix it's solid.
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Ezra W.
I've lived in Eastside for about 10 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from Phoenix, I was surprised by weather. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Nice parks and green spaces
- The food scene scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Can feel isolated
- Homeless population growing downtown
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for couples. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Silas Martin
accurate
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Ruby Nelson
Bought a house here in 2022 and it's exactly what I was looking for. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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