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18 discussions from residents and visitors

true_aiden80

Studio apartments in Pacifica -options?

Been meaning to ask this. My family moved here when I was a kid. Poverty rate is 4.2%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Looking forward to hearing from you all. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

15 replies 4 upvotes housing
Andrew M.

Is Pacifica walkable?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Been living here since 2005. Rent is about $3,080/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Property taxes ar...

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Hudson Gutierrez

Raising a family in Pacifica -thoughts?

Hey, You can expect to pay around $3,080 for rent here. Poverty rate is 4.2%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 57--F, so the weather is moderate. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent cit...

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Sofia Ramos

Best coffee shops in Pacifica?

Born and raised here. The median home value here is around $1,211,700, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $3,080 for rent here. Homes are going for about $1,211,700 on average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood...

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Noah C.

Is Pacifica worth moving to in 2026?

So, The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to.

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Andrew M.

Is Pacifica walkable?

It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Is this normal for Pacifica? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Eli Morris

Pros and cons of Pacifica after 7 years

Hi all, My partner and I are Crime rate is something to consider -Pacifica sits at 202.9 per 100K. Household incomes average around $156,819 in Pacifica. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Appreciate any input. Night life is decent if you...

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Serenity E.

Pacifica is underrated, change my mind

Alright, Household incomes average around $156,819 in Pacifica. With a population of 37,527, Pacifica is a smaller city. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What do you all think? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The fo...

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Serenity E.

Is Pacifica worth it salary-wise?

Just moved here 6 months ago and The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Thoughts? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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true_aiden80

Moving from Chicago to Pacifica next month

Longtime lurker here, You can expect to pay around $3,080 for rent here. Household incomes average around $156,819 in Pacifica. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Should I be concerned? Thanks! I'd say it's bet...

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Isaiah Parker

Best restaurants in Pacifica?

First post here. Born and raised here. Poverty rate is 4.2%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Is this normal for Pacifica?

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true_aiden80

Healthcare options in Pacifica?

Been meaning to ask this. Been living here since 2011. Household incomes average around $156,819 in Pacifica. The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. Let me know your thoughts.

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Noah C.

Affordable areas near Pacifica?

Hey folks, Born and raised here. Homes are going for about $1,211,700 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Noah C.

Career opportunities in Pacifica, CA

OK so Poverty rate is 4.2%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Pacifica sits at 202.9 per 100K. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a growing tech scene whi...

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Robert Moore

Rent vs buy in Pacifica -what makes sense?

Curious what people think. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Household incomes average around $156,819 in Pacifica. Average temperature is around 57--F, so the weather is moderate. The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $156,819, which feels pretty solid f...

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true_aiden80

Relocating to Pacifica, CA -pros and cons?

Hi all, Median household income is $156,819, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Does this match your experience?

6 replies 4 upvotes moving
Hudson Gutierrez

Job hunting in Pacifica -tips?

Hey folks, I'm a remote worker and With a population of 37,527, Pacifica is a smaller city. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Am I wrong here? Looking forward to hearing from you all. Cost of living is definitely rising, b...

3 replies 17 upvotes jobs
happy_violet50

Worst things about Pacifica nobody talks about

Random thought, Military spouse here. Rent is about $3,080/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Am I overthinking this? Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot i...

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