Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a college student here and Household incomes average around $150,840 in Redwood City. The suburbs are where most families end up.
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Naomi James
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a HR manager who relocated here from Houston about 13 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and quality of life.
Pros I've experienced:
- Four distinct seasons
- Affordable housing options
- Good airport with direct flights
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Property taxes are high
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are developing, gas is tough.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Nolan Harris
I've lived in North for about 1 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. When I first moved here from Raleigh, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- The dating scene scene is improving
The downsides:
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Road conditions need improvement
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for young professionals. Hope this helps!.
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Betty H.
Not gonna lie, the first year was rough. But once you find your neighborhood and your people, it's exactly what I was looking for. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Mateo Thompson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 11 years ago from San Francisco and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 4-bed in Fairview. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is pricey right now, especially in engineering. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: surprisingly good. Tons of options if you like Indian.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Stella Cruz
it depends on the neighborhood
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Xavier
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's improved dramatically in recent years. Internet is hit or miss in most areas.
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Ethan Carter
We moved here with our family and I'm still on the fence after all this time. Schools in Oak Park area are improving. Kids love it here.
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Jace Long
I've been living here for 1 years and I'd say it's exactly what I was looking for. The nightlife is decent compared to other places I've lived. Overall Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Eliana Carter
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is weather. there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Nova Long
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Seattle and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Eastside. It's solid for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in hospitality. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 10 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: pretty good. Tons of options if you like seafood.
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