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 right spots. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.
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Isaac G.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a real estate agent who relocated here from Houston about 15 years ago. The main reasons were a fresh start and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Decent public transit for the size
Cons that are real:
- Property taxes are high
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it average compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are affordable, gas is better than expected.
Socially, I love the pace of life here. Definitely worth checking out..
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Adam S.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a software engineer who relocated here from Seattle about 5 years ago. The main reasons were family and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good schools in most areas
Cons that are real:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Limited entertainment options
Financially, we've found it pretty good compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are wild, gas is underrated.
Socially, it was the best decision I ever made. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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peyton_mind
I've lived in Highland 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 Charlotte, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- The housing market scene is average
The downsides:
- Summers can be brutally hot
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for young professionals. Feel free to reach out with questions..
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Gabriel Murphy
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I genuinely enjoy living here. Internet is surprisingly good in most areas.
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Victoria
Bought a house here in 2023 and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. Property values have gone up a bit since then.
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Genesis Long
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value weather, you'll love it. The healthcare is genuinely surprisingly good and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. My neighborhood (Old Town) is reasonable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Chicago, be prepared for the culture shock. cultural scene is completely different here. And Not very walkable outside downtown.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Serenity W.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 7 years ago from Chicago and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Midtown. It's hit or miss for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in finance. If you're in legal you might struggle.
People: Generally decent. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: decent. Tons of options if you like Vietnamese.
Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Valentina C.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value food scene, you'll love it. The pet-friendliness is genuinely decent and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. My neighborhood (Midtown) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Minneapolis, be prepared for the culture shock. pet-friendliness is completely different here. And Traffic during rush hour is rough.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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