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130 discussions from residents and visitors

Miles Edwards

Things Tacoma needs to improve

Hey, I'm a 28-year-old chef and Rent is about $1,597/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Has anyone dealt with this? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

12 replies 19 upvotes best-worst
Emma R.

Tacoma is underrated, change my mind

So, I'm a teacher here and Median household income is $83,857, which feels pretty solid for the area. With a population of 220K, Tacoma is a mid-size city. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Public transit needs a lot of work honest...

6 replies 33 upvotes living
Jennifer E.

Is Tacoma walkable?

Hi all, Crime rate is something to consider — Tacoma sits at 845.2 per 100K. Rent is about $1,597/month for a decent place. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What would you do?

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Lauren T.

Day-to-day life in Tacoma, WA

Hey, We're a young couple and Median household income is $83,857, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Does this match your experience?

1 replies 22 upvotes living
Lauren T.

Living in Tacoma — the reality

Alright, Crime rate is something to consider — Tacoma sits at 845.2 per 100K. Average temperature is around 52°F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $1,597 for rent here. The median home value here is around $454,600, which is pretty steep. It's a very car-dependent city, for bette...

8 replies 17 upvotes living
Jesse H.

What surprised you most about Tacoma?

Random thought, The median home value here is around $454,600, which is pretty steep. Homes are going for about $454,600 on average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 220K people. Average temperature is around 52°F, so expect cold winters. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Th...

26 replies 9 upvotes best-worst
Abigail C.

Tacoma is underrated, change my mind

Homes are going for about $454,600 on average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

2 replies 45 upvotes living
Ezekiel Cooper

Moving to Tacoma for work — advice?

Been meaning to ask this. Any advice would be great. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

2 replies 49 upvotes moving
Maya Walker

Working remotely from Tacoma

Alright, I work in hospitality and The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,597/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be...

3 replies 11 upvotes jobs
Jackson Miller

Weekend activities in Tacoma?

Longtime lurker here, Poverty rate is 7.6%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $454,600 on average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The weather takes some getting used to. Let me know your thoughts. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

12 replies 23 upvotes qa
William Peterson

Cost of living reality check — Tacoma

Alright, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Median household income is $83,857, which feels pretty solid for the area. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Does this match your experience?

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Abigail C.

Cost of living reality check — Tacoma

Curious what people think. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Poverty rate is 7.6%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,597/month for a decent place. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Am I overthinking this?

4 replies 56 upvotes housing
Addison Wilson

Job hunting in Tacoma — tips?

Hello, My partner and I are Homes are going for about $454,600 on average. With a population of 220K, Tacoma is a mid-size city. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Would love some local perspective. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be ro...

3 replies 9 upvotes jobs
Abigail C.

Career opportunities in Tacoma, WA

Hello, Household incomes average around $83,857 in Tacoma. Poverty rate is 7.6%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Is this normal for Tacoma?

29 replies 40 upvotes jobs
Amelia

Best areas to explore in Tacoma?

Been meaning to ask this. Median household income is $83,857, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $454,600, which is pretty steep. It's a a mid-size city city with about 220K people. Rent is about $1,597/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around ...

7 replies 58 upvotes qa
Ellie Roberts

Things that make Tacoma unique

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Average temperature is around 52°F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $1,597 for rent here. It's a a mid-size city city with about 220K people. Rent is about $1,597/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $454,600 on average....

13 replies 29 upvotes best-worst
Silas Ramirez

Moving from Los Angeles to Tacoma next month

So, We're a young couple and It's a a mid-size city city with about 220K people. With a population of 220K, Tacoma is a mid-size city. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Would love some local perspective. Looking forward to hearing from you all. People here are genuinely friendly, not just...

7 replies 47 upvotes moving
Hazel C.

Tacoma vs Kansas City — which is better?

Curious what people think. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Should I be concerned?

14 replies 9 upvotes best-worst
William Peterson

Housing market in Tacoma right now

Hey, The median home value here is around $454,600, which is pretty steep. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent i...

7 replies 46 upvotes housing
Aurora

Biggest downsides of living in Tacoma?

Anyone else feel this way? Has anyone dealt with this? It's changing fast — some good, some not so much.

2 replies 24 upvotes best-worst
Aurora

Starting a business in Tacoma?

Anyone else feel this way? With a population of 220K, Tacoma is a mid-size city. Crime rate is something to consider — Tacoma sits at 845.2 per 100K. Average temperature is around 52°F, so expect cold winters. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene w...

5 replies 49 upvotes jobs
Allison Foster

Job hunting in Tacoma — tips?

So, Rent is about $1,597/month for a decent place. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Thanks for reading. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

4 replies 5 upvotes jobs
Grayson

How is the nightlife in Tacoma?

Hi all, The median home value here is around $454,600, which is pretty steep. It's a a mid-size city city with about 220K people. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

4 replies 21 upvotes qa
Jennifer E.

Most overrated things about Tacoma

So, I'm a college student here and The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider — Tacoma sits at 845.2 per 100K. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for...

2 replies 24 upvotes best-worst
Violet Watson

Day-to-day life in Tacoma, WA

Hi all, Household incomes average around $83,857 in Tacoma. The median home value here is around $454,600, which is pretty steep. Average temperature is around 52°F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 220K, Tacoma is a mid-size city. It's a a mid-size city city with about 220K people. I'd ...

2 replies 21 upvotes living
Emma R.

What I wish I knew before living in Tacoma

Random thought, The median home value here is around $454,600, which is pretty steep. Median household income is $83,857, which feels pretty solid for the area. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. ...

2 replies 33 upvotes living
Grayson

How much do you pay for rent in Tacoma?

We're a young couple and The median home value here is around $454,600, which is pretty steep. Rent is about $1,597/month for a decent place. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Is this normal for Tacoma? Any help is appreciated. Traffic ca...

2 replies 42 upvotes housing
jaxwalker2024

Career opportunities in Tacoma, WA

First post here. Homes are going for about $454,600 on average. Rent is about $1,597/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 52°F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 220K, Tacoma is a mid-size city. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The food scene here is su...

6 replies 55 upvotes jobs
Jackson Miller

Thinking about relocating to Tacoma from Atlanta

So, I'm a remote worker and Homes are going for about $454,600 on average. Median household income is $83,857, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,597 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. There's a real sense of community in certain ne...

6 replies 10 upvotes moving
cora_runner

Should I move to Tacoma or stay in Tucson?

Alright, I'm a college student here and Household incomes average around $83,857 in Tacoma. Median household income is $83,857, which feels pretty solid for the area. The suburbs are where most families end up. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Would love some local perspe...

45 replies 58 upvotes moving
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