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What surprised you most about West Hollywood?
Rent is about $2,103/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -West Hollywood sits at 790.9 per 100K. Average temperature is around 64--F, so the weather is moderate. Median household income is $94,844, which feels pretty solid for the area. Household incomes average around $94,844 in West Hollywood. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.
Pros:
- Affordable cost of living
- Friendly people
- Easy commute
Cons:
- Hot summers
- Cold winters
- Sprawl everywhere
- Few job opportunities in some fields
- Far from major airports
Has anyone dealt with this? Property taxes are high but you get good services. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
Pros:
- Affordable cost of living
- Friendly people
- Easy commute
Cons:
- Hot summers
- Cold winters
- Sprawl everywhere
- Few job opportunities in some fields
- Far from major airports
Has anyone dealt with this? Property taxes are high but you get good services. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.
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