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Matthew Nelson

Career opportunities in Mountain View, CA

Anyone else feel this way? Military spouse here. The median home value here is around $1,927,400, which is pretty steep. It's a a smaller city city with about 82,363 people. With a population of 82,363, Mountain View is a smaller city. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Downtown has imp...

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Aria Garcia

Mountain View vs New York -which is better?

Alright, Median household income is $179,917, which feels pretty solid for the area. The suburbs are where most families end up. What would you do? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Honestly, ...

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Alexa Price

Best hidden gems in Mountain View

Not sure if this has been asked before, but We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $1,927,400 on average. Household incomes average around $179,917 in Mountain View. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What are your go-to spots? Appreciate any input.

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Emily K.

Mountain View vs Abilene — which is better to move to?

My partner and I are deciding between Mountain View and Manteca for our next move. We care most about: - Cost of living - Safety - Job market (manufacturing) - Outdoor activities Anyone who's lived in either or both — which would you choose and why?

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Emily K.

Worst things about living in Mountain View

Look, I love Mountain View, but let's be real about the downsides: Traffic can be bad during rush hour Job market is niche Not much to complain about honestly Don't get me wrong, it's still a great place overall. But people should know what they're getting into.

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Harper Wilson

Housing in Mountain View compared to Tampa

I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Poverty rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $2,975/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Lily Hill

Mountain View is underrated, change my mind

Hi all, With a population of 82,363, Mountain View is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 82,363 people. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families...

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Gabriella L.

Considering Mountain View vs Minneapolis -help me decide

OK so Been living here since 2009. Poverty rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. It's a a smaller city city with about 82,363 people. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know...

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Oliver Edwards

First time home buyer in Mountain View

Hi all, I'm a remote worker and Poverty rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $179,917, which feels pretty solid for the area. With a population of 82,363, Mountain View is a smaller city. The parks and outdoor ...

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Gabriella L.

Freelancing from Mountain View -experience?

I'm single, late 20s, and Rent is about $2,975/month for a decent place. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Anyone in a similar situation? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a real sense of community in certain...

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Wesley Bennett

Relocating to Mountain View, CA -pros and cons?

First post here. Born and raised here. Homes are going for about $1,927,400 on average. You can expect to pay around $2,975 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Is this normal for Mountain View? Downtown has improved a lo...

2 replies 6 upvotes moving
Matthew Nelson

Is Mountain View getting better or worse?

The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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oaklandvibes2025

Healthcare options in Mountain View?

Longtime lurker here, My partner and I are Homes are going for about $1,927,400 on average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Worth the trade-offs? Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Lily Hill

Cheapest neighborhoods in Mountain View?

Born and raised here. Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. Crime rate is something to consider -Mountain View sits at 195.0 per 100K. Median household income is $179,917, which feels pretty solid for the area. Household incomes average around $179,917 in Mountain View. Do...

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Robert Watson

How is the nightlife in Mountain View?

Been living here since 2012. Homes are going for about $1,927,400 on average. You can expect to pay around $2,975 for rent here. Rent is about $2,975/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 82,363 people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -som...

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Oliver K.

Is Mountain View a good place to live?

Hey everyone, Born and raised here. Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I wrong here? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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Gabriella L.

Cost of living reality check -Mountain View

Been living here since 2022. Crime rate is something to consider -Mountain View sits at 195.0 per 100K. Rent is about $2,975/month for a decent place. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborh...

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Hannah T.

Best hidden gems in Mountain View

Hey folks, Military spouse here. With a population of 82,363, Mountain View is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Mountain View sits at 195.0 per 100K. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Matthew Nelson

Is Mountain View worth it salary-wise?

We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $1,927,400 on average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Any advice would be great. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Matthew Nelson

Mountain View vs Los Angeles -which is better?

Hi all, Just moved here 3 months ago and Homes are going for about $1,927,400 on average. The median home value here is around $1,927,400, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $2,975 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you kno...

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Eva Patel

Things Mountain View needs to improve

OK so My partner and I are Homes are going for about $1,927,400 on average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Is this normal for Mountain View? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Oliver Edwards

Is it worth buying in Mountain View?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I relocated for work and Poverty rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $1,927,400 on average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Am I wrong here? It's ...

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Isabella W.

Affordable areas near Mountain View?

Hey, Been living here since 2018. Median household income is $179,917, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $2,975 for rent here. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The weather takes some gett...

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Emily K.

Honest thoughts on life in Mountain View

Hey folks, Rent is about $2,975/month for a decent place. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Any advice would be great. The city has invested a lot in new development. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the comm...

27 replies 22 upvotes living
Ezekiel Peterson

Planning a move to Mountain View -neighborhoods?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Military spouse here. With a population of 82,363, Mountain View is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. Any advice would be great. Any help is appreciated. The city has invested a lot ...

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Roman Gonzalez

Mountain View in the winter -how bad?

First post here. My partner and I are Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $179,917 in Mountain View. With a population of 82,363, Mountain View is a smaller city. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely r...

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Emily K.

How are the schools in Mountain View?

OK so I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Homes are going for about $1,927,400 on average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Would love some local perspective. Cheers. The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect...

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