I'm a college student here and Median household income is $82,967, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $1,499/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What would you do? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes some getting used to. The weather takes some getting used to. The weather takes some getting used to.
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Melanie
Moved here from Seattle about 5 years ago. I have mixed feelings honestly. Still getting used to public transit but Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Jayden M.
nah I disagree
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Hailey Long
I'm a lawyer and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. The community is tough and there's always something going on.
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Declan Reyes
This.
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Greyson M.
I've lived in Riverside for about 3 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I have mixed feelings honestly. When I first moved here from San Diego, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good healthcare facilities
- The dating scene scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Nightlife is limited
- Not very walkable outside downtown
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for retirees. Hope this helps!.
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Jeremiah Brown
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are excellent, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Autumn Anderson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 3 years ago from Baltimore and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in East. It's decent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in finance. If you're in finance you might struggle.
People: Generally tough. It took about 18 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: tough. Tons of options if you like craft beer.
No regrets on my end..
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Paisley Johnson
I'm a marketing manager and I've found I love the pace of life here. The community is improving and there's always something going on.
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