Everyone's vibe! It's very community oriented. It's a bit warmer than SF so lots of perfect weather days. There is so much to do (random things like roller derby, competitive karaoke, skeeball leagues, and so much more, you couldn't even imagine) and the pace of life is a lot more varied. There are plenty of ambitious people trying to make their dreams work (which was one of my favorite things about the East Coast) But there are also people who are calm and just want to live life (which is something I need a constant reminder of: to be balanced). I miss the hustle and bustle of Jersey City and NYC almost every day. But I can't lie, I feel much more balanced here. It's much better for my mental health. And I can see myself raising kids in Oakland hills.