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18 discussions from residents and visitors

phoenixlocal2022

Job market in Monsey for tech?

Been living here since 2005. Median household income is $49,095, which feels on the lower side for the area. The median home value here is around $829,700, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $1,780 for rent here. Poverty rate is 41.2%, which is higher than I expected. The suburbs ar...

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Kai P.

Career opportunities in Monsey, NY

Curious what people think. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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desert_nathan72

Quick question about Monsey

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Born and raised here. Rent is about $1,780/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $829,700 on average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Any advice would be great. Cheers. The school syst...

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Easton Rogers

Monsey job market vs Indianapolis

Alright, I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $49,095 in Monsey. With a population of 27,787, Monsey is a smaller city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Am I overthinking this?

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Grayson Reyes

Internet providers in Monsey?

Anyone else feel this way? The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. Looking forward to hearing from you all.

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Maya Gomez

Is Monsey worth it salary-wise?

Been living here since 2009. Rent is about $1,780/month for a decent place. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. Thoughts? Cheers. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's changing fast -s...

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Cameron Wright

How are the schools in Monsey?

First post here. I'm retired and The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Thoughts? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Publi...

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Austin Young

Is Monsey still affordable?

Longtime lurker here, Poverty rate is 41.2%, which is higher than I expected. Rent is about $1,780/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $49,095 in Monsey. The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Should I be concern...

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Grayson Reyes

Is public transit usable in Monsey?

Longtime lurker here, The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. Would love some local perspective.

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Serenity Morris

Moving from Nashville to Monsey next month

Hey folks, Poverty rate is 41.2%, which is higher than I expected. Household incomes average around $49,095 in Monsey. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The weather takes some getting used to. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's changing fast -so...

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Eliana

Is Monsey a good place to live?

So, It's a a smaller city city with about 27,787 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Monsey sits at 224.2 per 100K. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Does this match your experience? Appreciate any input. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd...

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Naomi A.

Moving to Monsey for work -advice?

Just moved here 1 months ago and The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Let me know your thoughts. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food scene here is surprisingly g...

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Eliana

Should I move to Monsey or stay in San Francisco?

Hey, The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 41.2%, which is higher than I expected. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Is this normal for Monsey? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I...

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Kai P.

Is Monsey still affordable?

Hey, I'm a 37-year-old pharmacist and Rent is about $1,780/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be roug...

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Jace Clark

Considering Monsey vs Charlotte -help me decide

Alright, We're a young couple and Poverty rate is 41.2%, which is higher than I expected. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Ariana R.

Best hidden gems in Monsey

Hey everyone, Homes are going for about $829,700 on average. Rent is about $1,780/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 27,787, Monsey is a smaller city. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families tha...

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native_mia83

Best kept secrets of Monsey, NY

First post here. Household incomes average around $49,095 in Monsey. Crime rate is something to consider -Monsey sits at 224.2 per 100K. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so m...

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