Alright, I grew up here but left for a while. Median household income is $89,120, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Is this normal for Rancho Cordova?
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austin_noah
My experience has been mostly positive. it was the best decision I ever made. The only thing I'd watch out for is safety. Other than that, Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Carson Nguyen
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 8 years ago from San Francisco and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Riverside. It's challenging for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in healthcare. If you're in hospitality you might struggle.
People: Generally pretty good. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like Mexican.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Madelyn M.
literally same
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Carol F.
exactly what I was thinking
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Lydia H.
Public transit is solid here. You'll probably need a car for most things. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad.
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Adam
interesting, hadn't considered that
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stlmind2021
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 8 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is outdoor recreation. It's developing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the housing market is legit. And if you're into golfing, this place is excellent.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Eastside side vs the North side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Feel free to reach out with questions..
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James Carter
honestly same experience here
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Grace H.
Totally agree!
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Aaliyah Phillips
Saving this thread
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Asher M.
I've lived in Springfield for about 7 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 Denver, I was surprised by walkability. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good schools in most areas
- The weather scene is solid
The downsides:
- Limited shopping options
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 5/10 for young professionals. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Landon Smith
I work in government here and I love the pace of life here. The job market for my field is decent. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Violet K.
Bought a house here in 2024 and it exceeded my expectations. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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