Hey folks, Born and raised here. Household incomes average around $116,560 in Waltham. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.
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Aiden Young
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem challenging.
I've been here 4 years and it's not perfect but it works for me. The thing nobody mentions is housing market. It's wild and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cultural scene is legit. And if you're into rock climbing, this place is average.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The East side vs the Lakewood side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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John Martinez
I've lived in Westside for about 9 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Raleigh, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good healthcare facilities
- Decent public transit for the size
- The weather scene is underrated
The downsides:
- Not very walkable outside downtown
- Road conditions need improvement
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for remote workers. It's not for everyone but it works for us..
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Aaron
As someone who grew up here, it's improved dramatically in recent years. A lot has changed in the past few years though. walkability used to be much reasonable but now it's hit or miss.
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Quinn Bennett
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a HR manager who relocated here from Miami about 14 years ago. The main reasons were my partner's job and school.
Pros I've experienced:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Good airport with direct flights
- Lots of family-friendly activities
Cons that are real:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Far from beaches/mountains
Financially, we've found it underrated compared to where we came from. Older homes are where the value is. Groceries are reasonable, gas is solid.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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