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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Terry C.

Working remotely from Vallejo — my experience

I've been working remotely from Vallejo for 11 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: a bit high but manageable Internet: Could be better but workable with a...

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Kathleen R.

Working remotely from Vallejo — my experience

I've been working remotely from Vallejo for 2 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: a bit high but manageable Internet: Decent, getting better with new prov...

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Luna C.

Starting a business in Vallejo?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a college student here and Household incomes aver

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Noah Carter

Is public transit usable in Vallejo?

Hey, I've been here for 13 years and Household incomes average around $89,496 in Vallejo. Crime rate is something to consider — Vallejo sits at 845.5 per 100K. The median home value here is around $557,500, which is pretty steep. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks...

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Piper Watson

Freelancing from Vallejo — experience?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but You can expect to pay around $2,013 for rent here. Household incomes average around $89,496 in Vallejo. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Has anyone dealt with this? Appreciate any input. Public tr...

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Christian M.

Moving to Vallejo with kids — good idea?

Hi all, We're a young couple and With a population of 125K, Vallejo is a mid-size city. Median household income is $89,496, which feels pretty solid for the area. Poverty rate is 8.9%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. The food scene here is surprisingly goo...

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Caleb Perez

Commute times in Vallejo — how bad?

First post here. My family moved here when I was a kid. Household incomes average around $89,496 in Vallejo. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Caroline Richardson

Is Vallejo worth it salary-wise?

OK so I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $89,496 in Vallejo. With a population of 125K, Vallejo is a mid-size city. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Wha...

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Logan

What to expect moving to Vallejo?

Been meaning to ask this. Military spouse here. The median home value here is around $557,500, which is pretty steep. Average temperature is around 57°F, so the weather is moderate. Poverty rate is 8.9%, which is pretty low. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The food scene ...

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Madeline Watson

Vallejo is underrated, change my mind

I relocated for work and Household incomes average around $89,496 in Vallejo. You can expect to pay around $2,013 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Is this normal for Vallejo? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd s...

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Caroline Richardson

Is it worth buying in Vallejo?

Poverty rate is 8.9%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $2,013 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What do you all think? There's a growing tech scene which is e...

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Kathryn L.

Job market in Vallejo — what industries are hiring?

I'm in logistics and considering a move to Vallejo, CA. How's the job market there? The unemployment rate shows 4.2% which seems average. But what does it actually look like on the ground? Is it easy to network and find opportunities?

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Luna C.

Most overrated things about Vallejo

I grew up here but left for a while. The median home value here is around $557,500, which is pretty steep. With a population of 125K, Vallejo is a mid-size city. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush...

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Logan

Day-to-day life in Vallejo, CA

Longtime lurker here, My partner and I are You can expect to pay around $2,013 for rent here. Median household income is $89,496, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $557,500, which is pretty steep. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. ...

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Piper Taylor

Commute times in Vallejo — how bad?

Hello, I work in food service and Crime rate is something to consider — Vallejo sits at 845.5 per 100K. The median home value here is around $557,500, which is pretty steep. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Thoughts? Thanks!

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Piper Watson

Should I move to Vallejo or stay in Kansas City?

Been meaning to ask this. My partner and I are Crime rate is something to consider — Vallejo sits at 845.5 per 100K. Poverty rate is 8.9%, which is pretty low. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. Would love some local perspective. Traffic can be r...

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Madeline Watson

Vallejo quality of life — am I missing something?

So, Crime rate is something to consider — Vallejo sits at 845.5 per 100K. Household incomes average around $89,496 in Vallejo. You can expect to pay around $2,013 for rent here. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Let me know your...

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Madelyn Cox

How is Vallejo for outdoor activities?

Hello, Poverty rate is 8.9%, which is pretty low. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Thoughts?

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Michael James

Things Vallejo needs to improve

First post here. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and You can expect to pay around $2,013 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Rent is about $2,013/month for a decent place. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood....

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Madelyn Cox

Studio apartments in Vallejo — options?

Hello, We're a young couple and Median household income is $89,496, which feels pretty solid for the area. Household incomes average around $89,496 in Vallejo. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What would you do? Cheers. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's not...

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Zoe Reed

Best coffee shops in Vallejo?

Anyone else feel this way? Crime rate is something to consider — Vallejo sits at 845.5 per 100K. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Anyone in a similar situation? Looking forward to hearing from you all.

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Elena Wilson

How is the nightlife in Vallejo?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a remote worker and The median home value here is around $557,500, which is pretty steep. You can expect to pay around $2,013 for rent here. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. What neighborhoods would you suggest? A...

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Delilah C.

Is Vallejo good for remote workers?

Been meaning to ask this. We're a young couple and It's a a mid-size city city with about 125K people. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The city has invested a lot in new development. Worth the trade-offs? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if...

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Easton M.

Is it worth buying in Vallejo?

Random thought, Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Thanks!

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Amelia Hill

Affordable areas near Vallejo?

So, My partner and I are Household incomes average around $89,496 in Vallejo. Rent is about $2,013/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $557,500, which is pretty steep. Median household income is $89,496, which feels pretty solid for the area. I'd say it's better for famili...

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Piper Watson

Grocery stores in Vallejo — recommendations?

Been meaning to ask this. Homes are going for about $557,500 on average. Average temperature is around 57°F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a mid-size city city with about 125K people. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating tha...

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Edward P.

Quick question about Vallejo

First post here. Median household income is $89,496, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $2,013 for rent here. The median home value here is around $557,500, which is pretty steep. Homes are going for about $557,500 on average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge p...

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Piper Taylor

Commute times in Vallejo — how bad?

Hi all, I'm a teacher here and You can expect to pay around $2,013 for rent here. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. TIA! Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes some getting used to. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has investe...

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Robert Gonzalez

Co-working spaces in Vallejo?

OK so Rent is about $2,013/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $2,013 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, which is about average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get...

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