I'm a remote worker and Crime rate is something to consider -Sanborn sits at 276.2 per 100K. Household incomes average around $56,477 in Sanborn. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Am I overthinking this? Looking forward to hearing from you all.
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Eleanor Price
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are surprisingly good, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Alexa Martinez
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are average, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Nevaeh Walker
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 7 years ago from Houston and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Riverside. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is stable right now, especially in engineering. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 15 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: better than expected. Tons of options if you like Korean.
Definitely worth checking out..
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Leonardo M.
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I love the pace of life here. Internet is challenging in most areas.
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Scott P.
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem underrated.
I've been here 5 years and the quality of life is solid. The thing nobody mentions is safety. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the housing market is legit. And if you're into running, this place is solid.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Sunset side vs the Midtown side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Logan
same here
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Chloe G.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want walkability, then yeah this place is great. But if community vibe matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Kinsley M.
The food scene here is decent. Tons of great Mediterranean places. it's not perfect but it works for me.
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Dylan Turner
Came here for my partner's job and stayed because it's improved dramatically in recent years. The pet-friendliness is honestly challenging and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Roger B.
I've lived in Eastside for about 12 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I'm still on the fence after all this time. When I first moved here from LA, I was surprised by community vibe. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Strong job market in several industries
- The community vibe scene is better than expected
The downsides:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Can feel isolated
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for retirees. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Aria Martin
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. it's exactly what I was looking for. Internet is better than expected in most areas.
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