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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Santiago

Internet providers in Vancouver?

I'm originally from Atlanta and Household incomes average around $78,156 in Vancouver. The median home value here is around $440,300, which is pretty steep. Average temperature is around 53°F, so expect cold winters. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The school system varies a lot by n...

4 replies 41 upvotes qa
Jack

Honest thoughts on life in Vancouver

So, With a population of 193K, Vancouver is a mid-size city. Thoughts? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

0 replies 55 upvotes living
Bella

Vancouver quality of life — am I missing something?

Hello, You can expect to pay around $1,632 for rent here. Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community in...

3 replies 43 upvotes living
Jace Lewis

Rent in Vancouver getting crazy

Been meaning to ask this. I grew up here but left for a while. You can expect to pay around $1,632 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider — Vancouver sits at 480.5 per 100K. Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 193K people. There's a real sens...

14 replies 14 upvotes housing
Michael Ortiz

Rent vs buy in Vancouver — what makes sense?

Anyone else feel this way? Homes are going for about $440,300 on average. With a population of 193K, Vancouver is a mid-size city. Household incomes average around $78,156 in Vancouver. Crime rate is something to consider — Vancouver sits at 480.5 per 100K. Public transit needs a lot of work honestl...

6 replies 33 upvotes housing
Jose Peterson

Starting a business in Vancouver?

I relocated for work and Rent is about $1,632/month for a decent place. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Thoughts? The city has invested a lot in new development.

24 replies 58 upvotes jobs
Nevaeh Mitchell

Vancouver job market vs Salt Lake City

Anyone else feel this way? Crime rate is something to consider — Vancouver sits at 480.5 per 100K. It's a a mid-size city city with about 193K people. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What neighborhoods would you suggest? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Traf...

27 replies 35 upvotes jobs
Jack

Vancouver housing prices — when will it stop?

I work in food service and Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. With a population of 193K, Vancouver is a mid-size city. Median household income is $78,156, which feels about average for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,632 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still...

10 replies 37 upvotes housing
Grace H.

Moving to Vancouver for work — advice?

So, I'm single, late 40s, and Poverty rate is 7.5%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $78,156, which feels about average for the area. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The food scene here is surprisingly good. What are your go-to spots? People here are genuinely friend...

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Declan Rodriguez

Moving to Vancouver for work — advice?

Hello, I'm originally from Miami and Median household income is $78,156, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $440,300, which is pretty steep. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Would love some lo...

2 replies 13 upvotes moving
Declan Rodriguez

Commute times in Vancouver — how bad?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I've been here for 17 years and Crime rate is something to consider — Vancouver sits at 480.5 per 100K. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Jeremy K.

What Vancouver does better than anywhere else

Hey everyone, Born and raised here. The median home value here is around $440,300, which is pretty steep. It's a a mid-size city city with about 193K people. Average temperature is around 53°F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider — Vancouver sits at 480.5 per 100K. The city h...

2 replies 45 upvotes best-worst
Axel

Vancouver quality of life — am I missing something?

Hey folks, We have two kids and Median household income is $78,156, which feels about average for the area. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public transit needs a lot of work honest...

4 replies 38 upvotes living
Adam Ross

Vancouver is underrated, change my mind

Hey folks, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and It's a a mid-size city city with about 193K people. The weather takes some getting used to. Anyone in a similar situation? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable.

6 replies 5 upvotes best-worst
Jeremy K.

Affordable areas near Vancouver?

Hello, I'm a teacher here and The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $440,300, which is pretty steep. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Any advice would be great.

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Jack

Anyone work in healthcare in Vancouver?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a nurse at the local hospital and With a population of 193K, Vancouver is a mid-size city. The median home value here is around $440,300, which is pretty steep. It's a a mid-size city city with about 193K people. I'd say it's better for families than y...

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Jose Peterson

Best kept secrets of Vancouver, WA

OK so Average temperature is around 53°F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $78,156 in Vancouver. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Is this normal for Vancouver? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The food scene here is surprisingly good. ...

8 replies 22 upvotes best-worst
Axel

Best companies to work for in Vancouver?

Hey everyone, We have two kids and It's a a mid-size city city with about 193K people. Household incomes average around $78,156 in Vancouver. Homes are going for about $440,300 on average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Thoughts? Night li...

15 replies 56 upvotes jobs
Natalie Alvarez

Weekend activities in Vancouver?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a teacher here and The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider — Vancouver sits at 480.5 per 100K. Rent is about $1,632/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $440,300 on average. Cost of living ...

9 replies 49 upvotes qa
Adam Ross

Co-working spaces in Vancouver?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but You can expect to pay around $1,632 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Does this match your experience? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surprisingly goo...

15 replies 58 upvotes jobs
Delilah R.

Best coffee shops in Vancouver?

Hey everyone, We have two kids and Homes are going for about $440,300 on average.

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Jeremy K.

What's it really like living in Vancouver?

Alright, Military spouse here. Homes are going for about $440,300 on average. Household incomes average around $78,156 in Vancouver. Rent is about $1,632/month for a decent place. The city has invested a lot in new development. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Am I wrong h...

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Jack

Is Vancouver still affordable?

You can expect to pay around $1,632 for rent here. Household incomes average around $78,156 in Vancouver. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Anyone in a similar situation? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most f...

1 replies 7 upvotes housing
Bella

Healthcare options in Vancouver?

Been meaning to ask this. I grew up here but left for a while. It's a a mid-size city city with about 193K people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Worth the trade-offs? It's changing fast — some good, some not so much.

6 replies 43 upvotes qa
David Hughes

Job hunting in Vancouver — tips?

Longtime lurker here, Household incomes average around $78,156 in Vancouver. It's a a mid-size city city with about 193K people. Average temperature is around 53°F, so expect cold winters. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Tho...

3 replies 48 upvotes jobs
Christian L.

Working remotely from Vancouver — my experience

I've been working remotely from Vancouver for 9 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: pretty reasonable Internet: Fiber available in most areas — no complai...

7 replies 6 upvotes jobs
tucsonlover2021

Living in Vancouver — the reality

My family moved here when I was a kid. The median home value here is around $440,300, which is pretty steep. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Looking forward to hearing from you all.

26 replies 1 upvotes living
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