Curious what people think. Military spouse here. Median household income is $61,483, which feels about average for the area. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Any help is appreciated. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.
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Audrey Ortiz
I'm a data analyst and I've found I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The community is tough and there's always something going on.
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Maverick Baker
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem better than expected.
I've been here 7 years and it's exactly what I was looking for. The thing nobody mentions is outdoor recreation. It's competitive and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the weather is legit. And if you're into running, this place is tough.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Midtown side vs the Maple Ridge side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Abigail R.
We moved here with our family and I have mixed feelings honestly. Schools in West area are surprisingly good. Kids love it here.
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Peyton Anderson
thanks for sharing
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Austin Gonzalez
following this thread
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Emilia Reed
yep
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Delilah
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 1 years ago from Charlotte and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Riverside. It's underrated for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in retail. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally challenging. It took about 15 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: solid. Tons of options if you like sushi.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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Reagan Cruz
My experience has been mostly positive. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The only thing I'd watch out for is traffic. Other than that, Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Chloe Peterson
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it was the best decision I ever made. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Sebastian Jones
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's not perfect but it works for me. Internet is better than expected in most areas.
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Genesis Bailey
good to know, thanks
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Jonathan Lopez
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a sales manager who relocated here from Atlanta about 3 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and a job opportunity.
Pros I've experienced:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good healthcare facilities
- Diverse dining options
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited entertainment options
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are developing, gas is pretty good.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Axel Martin
couldn't agree more
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Daniel James
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 2 years ago from Boston and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Downtown. It's better than expected for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in engineering. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 14 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Southern.
Hope this helps!.
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Lily Long
I work in government here and it's not perfect but it works for me. The job market for my field is improving. No regrets on my end..
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