Hello, I'm retired and The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. The city has invested a lot in new development. Has anyone dealt with this? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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Grace M.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 4 years ago from Phoenix and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: The market is competitive but not impossible. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Cedar Grove. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is affordable right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in real estate you might struggle.
People: Generally improving. It took about 9 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: challenging. Tons of options if you like sushi.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Michael Hernandez
I work in healthcare here and I love the pace of life here. The job market for my field is excellent. Hope this helps!.
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Jordan Ruiz
wish I knew this sooner
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Wesley S.
I've lived in Riverside for about 6 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
the quality of life is solid. When I first moved here from Minneapolis, I was surprised by nightlife. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Decent public transit for the size
- Lots of new development happening
- The public transit scene is decent
The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Urban sprawl is real
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for retirees. No regrets on my end..
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