Abigail Edwards jobs Mar 28, 2026

OK so We're a young couple and The median home value here is around $924,700, which is pretty steep. With a population of 438K, Oakland is a mid-size city. Poverty rate is 9.9%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up. Should I be concerned? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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