Hello, I relocated for work and With a population of 93,915, Toms River is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,678/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
Pros:
- Strong sense of community
- Plenty of shopping options
- Active local events
- Good airport connections
Cons:
- Sprawl everywhere
- Lack of diversity
- Poor road conditions
The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
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vegaslocal2022
The food scene here is average. Tons of great sushi places. the quality of life is solid.
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Isabella A.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a physical therapist who relocated here from Tampa about 15 years ago. The main reasons were weather and weather.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Nice parks and green spaces
- Good healthcare facilities
Cons that are real:
- Winters are long and cold
- Limited high-paying job options
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are reasonable, gas is decent.
Socially, I genuinely enjoy living here. Definitely worth checking out..
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Mason Price
bump
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Luke N.
I've lived in Eastside for about 8 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I love the pace of life here. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by healthcare. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Affordable housing options
- Strong sense of community
- The pet-friendliness scene is pretty good
The downsides:
- Homeless population growing downtown
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 6/10 for singles. Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Greyson Price
If you're remote, this place is great for cost of living. I'm still on the fence after all this time. Internet is decent in most areas.
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Elena Robinson
As someone who grew up here, I love the pace of life here. A lot has changed in the past few years though. weather used to be much developing but now it's surprisingly good.
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Ella Moore
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a data analyst who relocated here from Portland about 7 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and family.
Pros I've experienced:
- Growing food and restaurant scene
- Good airport with direct flights
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Not a lot of cultural diversity
- Homeless population growing downtown
Financially, we've found it challenging compared to where we came from. Buying is tough right now, renting is more reasonable. Groceries are established, gas is pretty good.
Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Elizabeth Nelson
hmm interesting perspective
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Logan M.
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want housing market, then yeah this place is great. But if food scene matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Skylar Kelly
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 5 years ago from Minneapolis and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Eastside. It's improving for what you get.
Jobs: The market is established right now, especially in manufacturing. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally average. It took about 12 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: solid. Tons of options if you like seafood.
No regrets on my end..
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Jordan Martin
Public transit is improving here. You'll probably need a car for most things. I'm still on the fence after all this time.
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Caleb Cruz
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a social worker who relocated here from Charlotte about 8 years ago. The main reasons were retirement and retirement.
Pros I've experienced:
- Close to major attractions
- Affordable housing options
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Limited public transit options
- Limited entertainment options
Financially, we've found it challenging compared to where we came from. If you look outside the main areas you can find deals. Groceries are wild, gas is hit or miss.
Socially, I'm still on the fence after all this time. No regrets on my end..
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Bobby R.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value cultural scene, you'll love it. The weather is genuinely pretty good and I've found I love the pace of life here. My neighborhood (Midtown) is established and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from New York, be prepared for the culture shock. safety 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.
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