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Mia J.
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Is Santa Ana still affordable?
Anyone else feel this way? The unemployment rate is 3.4%, which is pretty low. With a population of 312K, Santa Ana is a mid-size city. Poverty rate is 8.8%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The city has invested a lot in new development.
Pros:
- Growing food scene
- Low crime in most areas
- Lots of new development
Cons:
- Limited public transit
- Hot summers
- Cold winters
- Few job opportunities in some fields
- Homelessness issues downtown
I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The suburbs are where most families end up.
Pros:
- Growing food scene
- Low crime in most areas
- Lots of new development
Cons:
- Limited public transit
- Hot summers
- Cold winters
- Few job opportunities in some fields
- Homelessness issues downtown
I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The suburbs are where most families end up.
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