Alright, Average temperature is around 65--F, so the weather is moderate. With a population of 19,310, Santa Fe Springs is a small town. Poverty rate is 6.5%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $86,857 in Santa Fe Springs. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Thanks for reading. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some getting used to. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. The city has invested a lot in new development.
5 upvotes
9 Replies
Ezekiel J.
bump
35 upvotes
Alan W.
I've been living here for 1 years and I'd say the quality of life is solid. The weather is challenging compared to other places I've lived. Overall It's not for everyone but it works for us..
34 upvotes
jayden_vibes
The food scene here is underrated. Tons of great craft beer places. I genuinely enjoy living here.
32 upvotes
Emily Martinez
Came here for family and stayed because it's exactly what I was looking for. The healthcare is honestly decent and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
22 upvotes
Gabriel Alvarez
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value outdoor recreation, you'll love it. The outdoor recreation is genuinely better than expected and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. My neighborhood (Maple Ridge) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Salt Lake City, be prepared for the culture shock. healthcare 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.
10 upvotes
luca_runner
this is the way
10 upvotes
Sofia Rivera
couldn't agree more
4 upvotes
Kai Turner
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value cultural scene, you'll love it. The outdoor recreation is genuinely tough and I've found I genuinely enjoy living here. My neighborhood (Old Town) is reasonable and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from Austin, be prepared for the culture shock. outdoor recreation is completely different here. And Nightlife is limited.
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.
3 upvotes
Eleanor Gray
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a contractor, 40, moved here 5 years ago from Salt Lake City. I've lived in Cedar Grove and Pine Hills, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Growing food and restaurant scene
2. Good schools in most areas
3. Low crime in most neighborhoods
4. The people are generally decent - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Nightlife is limited
2. Urban sprawl is real
3. The nightlife situation is affordable and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Cedar Grove: Great for retirees. decent vibes, walkable.
- Pine Hills: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Salt Lake City, everything felt challenging. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are developing. Gas is competitive. You can live comfortably on $70K-$90K here.
**Final verdict:**
Give it a chance - it might surprise you.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
All Countries
