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10 discussions from residents and visitors

chill_daniel43

Best areas to explore in Port Angeles?

Been living here since 2011. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $61,640 in Port Angeles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Has anyone dealt with this? It's changing fast -some...

3 replies 9 upvotes qa
Maverick

Just moved to Port Angeles, any tips?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a teacher here and You can expect to pay around $1,134 for rent here. Poverty rate is 5.9%, which is pretty low. With a population of 20,087, Port Angeles is a small town. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friend...

0 replies 13 upvotes moving
Kinsley C.

Is Port Angeles a good place to live?

I work in healthcare and The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. The city has invested a lot in new development. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a ...

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Amelia Wright

Living in Port Angeles -the reality

Curious what people think. Born and raised here. Crime rate is something to consider -Port Angeles sits at 579.0 per 100K. Poverty rate is 5.9%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Thoughts? The weather takes some getting used to. The weather takes some getting used to....

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Leo Ward

Dog-friendly places in Port Angeles?

Hey everyone, Been living here since 2015. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,134 for rent here. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Cost of living is definit...

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Wyatt Rogers

Couple moving to Port Angeles from out of state

Hey everyone, I'm a 37-year-old lawyer and It's a a small town city with about 20,087 people. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes some getting used to. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Wyatt Rogers

Port Angeles quality of life -am I missing something?

Hey everyone, Median household income is $61,640, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $61,640 in Port Angeles. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Is this normal for Port Angeles? The city has invested...

3 replies 1 upvotes living
Maverick

Starting a business in Port Angeles?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a college student here and Crime rate is something to consider -Port Angeles sits at 579.0 per 100K. Household incomes average around $61,640 in Port Angeles. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What do you all think? Appreciate any input.

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Wyatt Rogers

Affordable areas near Port Angeles?

Hello, Military spouse here. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Anyone in a similar situation?

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chill_daniel43

Living in Port Angeles -the reality

I'm a 25-year-old physical therapist and The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What would you do? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's a very car-dependent city, for be...

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