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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Connor D.

Affordable areas near Santa Fe?

Hello, Rent is about $1,380/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 88,224 people. The suburbs are where most families end up. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Is this normal for Santa Fe? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The we...

3 replies 25 upvotes housing
Barbara S.

Just moved to Santa Fe from Boston — first impressions

We made the move 2 ago and here are my first impressions: There are tons of parks and outdoor spaces. Rent runs about $1,380/month for a typical apartment. Weather is moderate — about 52F average. Biggest surprise: The food scene is way better than expected Biggest disappointment: Nightlife is lim...

11 replies 51 upvotes moving
Sophie

Things Santa Fe needs to improve

Curious what people think. Rent is about $1,380/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. I'd s...

9 replies 13 upvotes best-worst
Cheryl R.

Is public transit usable in Santa Fe?

Poverty rate is 10.6%, which is around average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What do you all think? Thanks in advance! There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Brielle Kelly

Rent in Santa Fe getting crazy

Anyone else feel this way? Just moved here 1 months ago and Crime rate is something to consider -Santa Fe sits at 346.4 per 100K. Poverty rate is 10.6%, which is around average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Any advice would be great...

6 replies 17 upvotes housing
Samuel A.

Studio apartments in Santa Fe -options?

First post here. We're a young couple and The median home value here is around $411,500, which is pretty steep. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Any advice would be great. Looking forward to hearing from you all. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surpri...

1 replies 30 upvotes housing
Adam Johnson

Top 5 things I love about Santa Fe

Hey folks, Does this match your experience? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

0 replies 27 upvotes best-worst
Quinn Miller

Is Santa Fe still affordable?

Rent is about $1,380/month for a decent place. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

11 replies 29 upvotes housing
mountain_reagan50

Best companies to work for in Santa Fe?

Longtime lurker here, The median home value here is around $411,500, which is pretty steep. Median household income is $70,110, which feels about average for the area. Homes are going for about $411,500 on average. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 10.6%, which is a...

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Grayson Allen

Santa Fe job market vs Nashville

Random thought, Military spouse here. With a population of 88,224, Santa Fe is a smaller city. Median household income is $70,110, which feels about average for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 88,224 people. Household incomes average around $70,110 in Santa Fe. The unemployment rate ...

2 replies 4 upvotes jobs
Allison A.

Why I chose Santa Fe over bigger cities

Hey everyone, Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Median household income is $70,110, which feels about average for the area. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What are your go-to spots? TIA! People here ...

7 replies 22 upvotes living
urban_ethan56

Best companies to work for in Santa Fe?

Random thought, The median home value here is around $411,500, which is pretty steep. Rent is about $1,380/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $70,110 in Santa Fe. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Should I be concerned? ...

3 replies 10 upvotes jobs
Brielle Kelly

Best restaurants in Santa Fe?

Hi all, I'm a college student here and It's a a smaller city city with about 88,224 people. Poverty rate is 10.6%, which is around average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Is this normal for Santa Fe? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The pa...

19 replies 8 upvotes qa
Austin C.

Moving to Santa Fe with kids -good idea?

Poverty rate is 10.6%, which is around average. With a population of 88,224, Santa Fe is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -Santa Fe sits at 346.4 per 100K. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. People here are ge...

8 replies 30 upvotes moving
mountain_reagan50

Job hunting in Santa Fe -tips?

Longtime lurker here, Poverty rate is 10.6%, which is around average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Am I overthinking this? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit...

19 replies 20 upvotes jobs
Addison W.

Moving from Salt Lake City to Santa Fe next month

Hello, Poverty rate is 10.6%, which is around average. With a population of 88,224, Santa Fe is a smaller city. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What do you all think? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Downtown has improved a lot in recent yea...

0 replies 4 upvotes moving
Austin C.

Santa Fe in the winter -how bad?

With a population of 88,224, Santa Fe is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighbor...

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Addison W.

Moving to Santa Fe -what should I know?

Curious what people think. Been living here since 2018. Poverty rate is 10.6%, which is around average. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Does this match your experience? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or wors...

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Eva Flores

How are the schools in Santa Fe?

Hey everyone, Median household income is $70,110, which feels about average for the area. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Does this match your experience?

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Barbara S.

Housing in Santa Fe compared to Tucson

Longtime lurker here, I'm retired and Poverty rate is 10.6%, which is around average. Median household income is $70,110, which feels about average for the area. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Thoughts? It's changing f...

0 replies 5 upvotes housing
samuel_living

Studio apartments in Santa Fe -options?

Just moved here 6 months ago and Rent is about $1,380/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Wh...

1 replies 12 upvotes housing
Audrey Reyes

What's it really like living in Santa Fe?

Hi all, We're a young couple and It's a a smaller city city with about 88,224 people. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Am I wrong here? It's changing fast -some...

3 replies 19 upvotes living
Lucy Thompson

Relocating to Santa Fe, NM -pros and cons?

Alright, Homes are going for about $411,500 on average. Household incomes average around $70,110 in Santa Fe. The median home value here is around $411,500, which is pretty steep. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Would love some local perspec...

3 replies 8 upvotes moving
Audrey Reyes

Studio apartments in Santa Fe -options?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a remote worker and Poverty rate is 10.6%, which is around average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Any help is appreciated.

8 replies 7 upvotes housing
Connor D.

Housing in Santa Fe compared to Cincinnati

Alright, I'm originally from Salt Lake City and The median home value here is around $411,500, which is pretty steep. Crime rate is something to consider -Santa Fe sits at 346.4 per 100K. It's a a smaller city city with about 88,224 people. Rent is about $1,380/month for a decent place. Average temp...

2 replies 29 upvotes housing
Reagan J.

Is Santa Fe a good place to live?

Hey folks, Military spouse here. Homes are going for about $411,500 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 88,224 people. With a population of 88,224, Santa Fe is a smaller city. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. Night life is decent ...

14 replies 15 upvotes living
Cheryl R.

Healthcare options in Santa Fe?

First post here. I've been here for 14 years and Crime rate is something to consider -Santa Fe sits at 346.4 per 100K. Household incomes average around $70,110 in Santa Fe. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

3 replies 19 upvotes qa
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