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Suffolk, VA Community

35 discussions from residents and visitors

Sophia

Honest thoughts on life in Suffolk

Curious what people think. Been living here since 2017. Poverty rate is 7.7%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,484/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $329,600, which seems about average. The school system varies a l...

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Laura C.

Best things about Suffolk that nobody talks about

As a 10-year resident, here are some things about Suffolk that don't make it into the guides: 1. There are amazing hiking trails 20 min from downtown 2. Community events happen almost every weekend 3. The local craft beer scene is legit It's not for everyone but it's perfect for us.

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Miles Gutierrez

Suffolk quality of life -am I missing something?

So, I'm a teacher here and With a population of 96,638, Suffolk is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Am I wrong here? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a real sense of communit...

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Axel F.

Is Suffolk good for remote workers?

First post here. We have two kids and Household incomes average around $90,089 in Suffolk. Median household income is $90,089, which feels pretty solid for the area. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Anyone in a similar situation?

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Lucas Baker

Is Suffolk walkable?

Alright, I'm single, late 20s, and Household incomes average around $90,089 in Suffolk. Rent is about $1,484/month for a decent place. The suburbs are where most families end up. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Am I wrong here? TIA! The weather takes some getting used to...

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Julia Stewart

Anyone regret moving to Suffolk?

Poverty rate is 7.7%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services...

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Aria C.

Moving from Denver to Suffolk next month

Curious what people think. I'm a college student here and Poverty rate is 7.7%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,484 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Does this match your experience? Any help is appre...

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Camila Thompson

Internet providers in Suffolk?

My family moved here when I was a kid. Household incomes average around $90,089 in Suffolk. Rent is about $1,484/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $329,600 on average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The weather takes some getting used to. Worth the ...

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Theodore Ruiz

Is Suffolk worth it salary-wise?

Just moved here 16 months ago and You can expect to pay around $1,484 for rent here. The median home value here is around $329,600, which seems about average. The weather takes some getting used to. What would you do?

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Charles W.

Relocating to Suffolk, VA -pros and cons?

OK so I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Rent is about $1,484/month for a decent place. Median household income is $90,089, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Anyone in a similar ...

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Eliana J.

Is it worth buying in Suffolk?

I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Poverty rate is 7.7%, which is pretty low. With a population of 96,638, Suffolk is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 96,638 people. Median household income is $90,089, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, whic...

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cincymind2022

Working in Suffolk -salaries realistic?

Hey everyone, I've been here for 20 years and Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. Crime rate is something to consider -Suffolk sits at 295.1 per 100K. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. What are your go-to spots? TIA! Public transit needs a lot of work honestly...

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Lucas Baker

What I wish I knew before living in Suffolk

I'm originally from Memphis and Median household income is $90,089, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Thanks!

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Nolan Gray

Things that make Suffolk unique

Hey everyone, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than youn...

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Eliana J.

Career opportunities in Suffolk, VA

Hi all, Military spouse here. Poverty rate is 7.7%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,484 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Does this match your experience? It's changing fast -some good, some not so mu...

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Harold K.

Rent vs buy in Suffolk -what makes sense?

OK so My partner and I are It's a a smaller city city with about 96,638 people. Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Does this match your experience?

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Eliana J.

Moving to Suffolk with kids -good idea?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I grew up here but left for a while. Rent is about $1,484/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $329,600 on average. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a gro...

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Eliana J.

Is Suffolk worth it salary-wise?

Been meaning to ask this. Poverty rate is 7.7%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $329,600 on average. Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The sch...

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Lucas Baker

Couple moving to Suffolk from out of state

Been living here since 2015. Crime rate is something to consider -Suffolk sits at 295.1 per 100K. With a population of 96,638, Suffolk is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. Rent is about $1,484/month for a decent place. It's changing fast -some good, som...

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Miles S.

Should I move to Suffolk or stay in Portland?

Alright, I relocated for work and Homes are going for about $329,600 on average. Median household income is $90,089, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Suffolk sits at 295.1 per 100K. The median home value h...

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Anna Perez

What I wish I knew before living in Suffolk

Been meaning to ask this. Just moved here 5 months ago and Average temperature is around 62--F, so the weather is moderate. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Thanks for reading. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Nora G.

Thinking about relocating to Suffolk from St. Louis

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I work in tech and Median household income is $90,089, which feels pretty solid for the area. Homes are going for about $329,600 on average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to. What would you do? Che...

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Eliana J.

Housing market in Suffolk right now

Household incomes average around $90,089 in Suffolk. It's a a smaller city city with about 96,638 people. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's n...

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Anna Perez

How is Suffolk for outdoor activities?

Been meaning to ask this. Poverty rate is 7.7%, which is pretty low. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Is this normal for Suffolk? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks...

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Everly Cooper

Living in Suffolk -the reality

OK so Rent is about $1,484/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Suffolk sits at 295.1 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Thoughts? Thanks for reading. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very...

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Julia Stewart

Best neighborhoods in Suffolk

Hey folks, Median household income is $90,089, which feels pretty solid for the area. Rent is about $1,484/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families...

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Everly Cooper

Just moved to Suffolk, any tips?

Hey, Poverty rate is 7.7%, which is pretty low. The city has invested a lot in new developme

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Aria C.

Best areas to explore in Suffolk?

So, Thoughts? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Richard S.

Life in Suffolk as a young professional

Moved here 12 years ago for work. Suffolk has a decent market for young professionals. Income levels are solid here — median is around $90,089. Rent runs about $1,484/month for a typical apartment. The social scene is pretty active with lots of meetups. Would I recommend it? For the right person, de...

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