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130 discussions from residents and visitors

Natalie Gray

Affordable areas near San Bernardino?

Curious what people think. Born and raised here. With a population of 222K, San Bernardino is a mid-size city. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What would you do? Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a...

4 replies 43 upvotes housing
Leonardo Ortiz

Is San Bernardino walkable?

Hey everyone, I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $63,988 in San Bernardino. Median household income is $63,988, which feels about average for the area. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Let me know your thoughts. Night life is decent if you know the r...

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Mason

How are the schools in San Bernardino?

First post here. You can expect to pay around $1,433 for rent here. Poverty rate is 15.9%, which is higher than I expected. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Any advice would be great. Any help is appreciated. People here are genuine...

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Claire Hughes

Top 5 things I love about San Bernardino

Curious what people think. I relocated for work and Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Is this normal for San Bernardino?

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Vincent A.

How is the nightlife in San Bernardino?

Born and raised here. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The weather takes so...

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Michael Y.

Is San Bernardino still affordable?

Property taxes are high but you get good services. What do you all think? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Vincent A.

Is San Bernardino walkable?

Hey, I grew up here but left for a while. Homes are going for about $384,900 on average. Rent is about $1,433/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,433 for rent here. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very...

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Levi Martin

Co-working spaces in San Bernardino?

We have two kids and Median household income is $63,988, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $384,900, which seems about average. The city has invested a lot in new development. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Maverick T.

Best apartments in San Bernardino under ?

Hey, I've been here for 17 years and Household incomes average around $63,988 in San Bernardino. Poverty rate is 15.9%, which is higher than I expected. You can expect to pay around $1,433 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuinely friendly, not jus...

3 replies 32 upvotes housing
Elena

Day-to-day life in San Bernardino, CA

OK so Born and raised here. Crime rate is something to consider — San Bernardino sits at 1,318.8 per 100K. With a population of 222K, San Bernardino is a mid-size city. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Has anyone dea...

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Katherine

Best companies to work for in San Bernardino?

Hey folks, My family moved here when I was a kid. It's a a mid-size city city with about 222K people. Household incomes average around $63,988 in San Bernardino. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much.

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Allison M.

Honest thoughts on life in San Bernardino

First post here. Been living here since 2008. Household incomes average around $63,988 in San Bernardino. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Thoughts? Thanks in advance! I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and out...

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Madison B.

Worst things about living in San Bernardino

Look, I love San Bernardino, but let's be real about the downsides: Public transit needs work Winters are harsh Crime in certain neighborhoods is a real concern Don't get me wrong, it's still a great place overall. But people should know what they're getting into.

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mountain_nicholas40

How are the schools in San Bernardino?

Been meaning to ask this. Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. The city has invested a lot in new development. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, n...

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Isla S.

Job hunting in San Bernardino — tips?

Hey, I've been here for 4 years and Crime rate is something to consider — San Bernardino sits at 1,318.8 per 100K. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What would you do? Thanks! The suburbs are where most families end up. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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mountain_nicholas40

How is San Bernardino for outdoor activities?

OK so I'm a remote worker and Poverty rate is 15.9%, which is higher than I expected. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Does this match your experience? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent ...

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Mason

Unpopular opinion about San Bernardino

So, The median home value here is around $384,900, which seems about average. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traff...

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John Chavez

Top 5 things I love about San Bernardino

Hey folks, Would love some local perspective. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Julian

Career opportunities in San Bernardino, CA

Hello, Been living here since 2011. You can expect to pay around $1,433 for rent here. Homes are going for about $384,900 on average. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. Poverty rate is 15.9%, which is higher than I expected. With a population of 222K, San Bernardino is a...

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Carter Roberts

Working remotely from San Bernardino

Homes are going for about $384,900 on average. Crime rate is something to consider — San Bernardino sits at 1,318.8 per 100K. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What do you all think? Any help is appreciated. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The sub...

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Elena

Raising a family in San Bernardino — thoughts?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Been living here since 2023. Crime rate is something to consider — San Bernardino sits at 1,318.8 per 100K. Poverty rate is 15.9%, which is higher than I expected. It's a a mid-size city city with about 222K people. It's not perfect, but the community is s...

38 replies 33 upvotes living
Chloe K.

Just moved to San Bernardino, any tips?

OK so Born and raised here. With a population of 222K, San Bernardino is a mid-size city. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. ...

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Claire Hughes

Things San Bernardino needs to improve

My family moved here when I was a kid. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. The median home value here is around $384,900, which seems about average. Household incomes average around $63,988 in San Bernardino. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look....

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Emmett

Anyone regret moving to San Bernardino?

Poverty rate is 15.9%, which is higher than I expected. It's a a mid-size city city with about 222K people. Household incomes average around $63,988 in San Bernardino. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a real sense of co...

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Maya Martinez

Studio apartments in San Bernardino — options?

Hi all, I'm retired and It's a a mid-size city city with about 222K people. Median household income is $63,988, which feels about average for the area. Poverty rate is 15.9%, which is higher than I expected. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. Ha...

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mountain_nicholas40

Should I move to San Bernardino or stay in Omaha?

So, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Should I be concerned? Looking forward to hearing from you all. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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