Poverty rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $106,442, which feels pretty solid for the area. Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. The city has invested a lot in new development. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. What would you do? Thanks in advance! People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
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Julie B.
As someone who grew up here, I have mixed feelings honestly. A lot has changed in the past few years though. pet-friendliness used to be much stable but now it's surprisingly good.
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Luke Castillo
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want nightlife, then yeah this place is great. But if traffic matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Liam Allen
following this thread
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ruby_guy
wish I knew this sooner
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Ezekiel M.
Used to live on the Maple Ridge side, now on the Westside side. Completely different vibe. it's exactly what I was looking for.
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Ella F.
accurate
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Alexander Lewis
been saying this for years
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Leah
Public transit is decent here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Anna Ross
I've lived in Downtown for about 14 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it was the best decision I ever made. When I first moved here from Chicago, I was surprised by dating scene. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Decent public transit for the size
- The traffic scene is decent
The downsides:
- Limited public transit options
- Dating scene is rough
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for remote workers. Good luck with whatever you decide..
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Reagan D.
The food scene here is better than expected. Tons of great Korean places. I love the pace of life here.
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Camila Gomez
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a software engineer, 57, moved here 4 years ago from Portland. I've lived in Eastside and West, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Lots of new development happening
2. Close to major attractions
3. Good airport with direct flights
4. The people are generally solid - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Winters are long and cold
2. Road conditions need improvement
3. The weather situation is wild and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Eastside: Great for retirees. tough vibes, walkable.
- West: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Portland, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is growing. You can live comfortably on $100K-$110K here.
**Final verdict:**
Hope this helps!. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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