Bruce G. jobs Mar 18, 2026

Random thought, Rent is about $1,709/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $69,261 in West Palm Beach. Crime rate is something to consider — West Palm Beach sits at 761.5 per 100K. It's a a mid-size city city with about 120K people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Am I overthinking this? The city has invested a lot in new development. The weather takes some getting used to. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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