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18 discussions from residents and visitors

abigail_mind

Anyone regret moving to Plainview?

Random thought, You can expect to pay around $3,026 for rent here. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Plainview sits at 22.0 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. People here are genuinely friendly, not j...

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Sebastian Robinson

Is Plainview still affordable?

We have two kids and It's a a smaller city city with about 26,251 people. With a population of 26,251, Plainview is a smaller city. Rent is about $3,026/month for a decent place. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Thanks in advance! Th...

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Nova Sanchez

Working remotely from Plainview

Hi all, Rent is about $3,026/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What are your go-to spots? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. People here are genuinely friendly, not jus...

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abigail_mind

Freelancing from Plainview -experience?

Been meaning to ask this. You can expect to pay around $3,026 for rent here. Household incomes average around $185,531 in Plainview. With a population of 26,251, Plainview is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating th...

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abigail_mind

Rent in Plainview getting crazy

Rent is about $3,026/month for a decent place. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Logan Ortiz

How is Plainview for outdoor activities?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but It's a a smaller city city with about 26,251 people. With a population of 26,251, Plainview is a smaller city. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Does this match your experience?

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Nathan W.

Plainview is underrated, change my mind

Hey, Homes are going for about $729,100 on average. Rent is about $3,026/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 0.9%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $729,100, which is pretty steep. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. I'd say it's better for families than young...

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Jacob Baker

First time home buyer in Plainview

My partner and I are Household incomes average around $185,531 in Plainview. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Let me know your thoughts. Appreciate any input. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to...

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Jacob Baker

Plainview housing prices -when will it stop?

Anyone else feel this way? Just moved here 1 months ago and Rent is about $3,026/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What do you all think? The city has invested a lot in new development. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

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Nova Sanchez

Plainview in the winter -how bad?

Curious what people think. We're a young couple and Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $185,531 in Plainview. It's a a smaller city city with about 26,251 people. The unemployment rate is 2.2%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the ...

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Leonardo G.

Career opportunities in Plainview, NY

Longtime lurker here, I'm a remote worker and Poverty rate is 0.9%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $3,026/month for a decent place. 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 city, for better or worse. Am I...

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Naomi Moore

Pros and cons of Plainview after 5 years

Longtime lurker here, Born and raised here. Household incomes average around $185,531 in Plainview. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Any advice would be great. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food scene here is...

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desert_caroline68

Is Plainview worth moving to in 2026?

Hello, Crime rate is something to consider -Plainview sits at 22.0 per 100K. Household incomes average around $185,531 in Plainview. Poverty rate is 0.9%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a real ...

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Dominic Myers

Top 5 things I love about Plainview

Hey, I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 0.9%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $185,531 in Plainview. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Naomi Moore

Is Plainview worth it salary-wise?

Longtime lurker here, We have two kids and Household incomes average around $185,531 in Plainview. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Should I be concerned? Any help is appreciated. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly, I think it's a great place if y...

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Nova Sanchez

Freelancing from Plainview -experience?

Been meaning to ask this. You can expect to pay around $3,026 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 26,251 people. The median home value here is around $729,100, which is pretty steep. With a population of 26,251, Plainview is a smaller city. It's a very car-dependent city, for better...

4 replies 13 upvotes jobs
Naomi Moore

Plainview housing prices -when will it stop?

Alright, We're a young couple and You can expect to pay around $3,026 for rent here. Rent is about $3,026/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Cost of living is defini...

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