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Samuel P.
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Best apartments in Pasco under ?
So, Just moved here 10 months ago and The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. What would you do?
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Matthew Scott
hard disagree but ok
39 upvotes
Maverick
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a chef who relocated here from Denver about 11 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Good internet infrastructure
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Homeless population growing downtown
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are developing, gas is average.
Socially, it's been a really good experience overall. Good luck with whatever you decide..
I'm a chef who relocated here from Denver about 11 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and cost of living.
Pros I've experienced:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Good internet infrastructure
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Limited high-paying job options
- Homeless population growing downtown
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are developing, gas is average.
Socially, it's been a really good experience overall. Good luck with whatever you decide..
37 upvotes
Vivian Martin
Moved here last year, no regrets.
34 upvotes
Evan Price
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want public transit, then yeah this place is great. But if housing market matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
33 upvotes
Luke Baker
Came here for quality of life and stayed because it's exactly what I was looking for. The outdoor recreation is honestly challenging and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
28 upvotes
Kennedy Mendoza
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a real estate agent who relocated here from Salt Lake City about 3 years ago. The main reasons were school and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Diverse dining options
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Limited shopping options
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are developing, gas is better than expected.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
I'm a real estate agent who relocated here from Salt Lake City about 3 years ago. The main reasons were school and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Diverse dining options
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Limited shopping options
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are developing, gas is better than expected.
Socially, the quality of life is solid. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
27 upvotes
Audrey Martin
I'm a chef and I've found there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The community is better than expected and there's always something going on.
24 upvotes
Daniel Moore
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem excellent.
I've been here 6 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the nightlife is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Midtown side vs the Greenfield side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
I've been here 6 years and it's been a really good experience overall. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's stable and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the nightlife is legit. And if you're into surfing, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Midtown side vs the Greenfield side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Would recommend to anyone considering it..
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David Hughes
as a local I can confirm
22 upvotes
Leo C.
I've been living here for 14 years and I'd say the quality of life is solid. The outdoor recreation is decent compared to other places I've lived. Overall Hope this helps!.
21 upvotes
phoenixnative2021
We moved here with our family and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Schools in East area are tough. Kids love it here.
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Isaiah Taylor
We moved here with our family and I love the pace of life here. Schools in Westside area are average. Kids love it here.
15 upvotes
Quinn Castillo
As someone who grew up here, it's exactly what I was looking for. A lot has changed in the past few years though. housing market used to be much established but now it's better than expected.
13 upvotes
Lucy Collins
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's been a really good experience overall. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
10 upvotes
tucson_ezekiel
Alright, I'll give you the full rundown since I see a lot of surface-level answers here.
I've been in West for 10 years. Moved from Seattle for my partner's job. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is tough. We bought in 2022 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
engineering is strong here. manufacturing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are competitive for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The outdoor scene is improving - we have national forests within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. West schools are improving. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Traffic during rush hour is rough. Winters are long and cold. And cultural scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 9/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
I've been in West for 10 years. Moved from Seattle for my partner's job. Here's my honest, detailed take:
**Housing:**
The market right now is tough. We bought in 2022 at k and it's now worth down slightly than that. If you're renting, expect /mo for a decent 2-bed in a safe area. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable.
**Employment:**
engineering is strong here. manufacturing is hit or miss. If you're remote, you'll love the cost of living. Average salaries are competitive for the area.
**Quality of Life:**
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. The outdoor scene is improving - we have national forests within easy driving distance. Dining has gotten so much better in the past few years.
**Schools (if relevant):**
Varies hugely by district. West schools are improving. If you have kids, this should be your number one factor in choosing a neighborhood.
**The Bad:**
I'd be lying if I said everything is great. Traffic during rush hour is rough. Winters are long and cold. And cultural scene can be frustrating.
**Bottom line:**
For singles, I'd say this is a 9/10. Hope this helps!. Feel free to ask specific questions - happy to help.
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Brooks G.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a marketing manager who relocated here from Tampa about 4 years ago. The main reasons were school and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Decent public transit for the size
- Active local events and festivals
Cons that are real:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are wild, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. No regrets on my end..
I'm a marketing manager who relocated here from Tampa about 4 years ago. The main reasons were school and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Good schools in most areas
- Decent public transit for the size
- Active local events and festivals
Cons that are real:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are wild, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. No regrets on my end..
6 upvotes
Clara P.
100%
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James Chavez
not my experience at all
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Aaron Taylor
I've lived in North for about 14 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from Boston, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Strong job market in several industries
- The cost of living scene is average
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for families. Good luck with whatever you decide..
it's been a really good experience overall. When I first moved here from Boston, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Strong job market in several industries
- The cost of living scene is average
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for families. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Jameson Chavez
Bought a house here in 2024 and it's not perfect but it works for me. Property values have gone about the same since then.
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Abigail T.
This.
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