What city to you recommend moving to in the US?

Hey guys,

I'm planning to move back to the States soon.

Just wonder where you recommend living.

I never want to live down south again, I don't like extreme weather (but it's negotiable if it's cold), I need a diverse city, and there should be public transportation!

Some that I've thought of are: Denver, Seattle (TOO EXPENSIVE), Portland, Madison, and Indianapolis.

Expense is a major concern (recentish college grad)

Hopefully your cities are awesome!

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toddr13 · 46-50, M

You may consider Wilmington, DE. You would have proximity to Philadelphia and NYC via train, which you could reasonably commute, though it could be a longer trip than average to Manhattan. You'd also have access to South Jersey and Philadelphia suburbs, though you would need a car. Parts of Wilmington are not as nice, but there are some decent areas, and it's not a huge city. Plus, the tax burden is not as severe as some parts of New Jersey.

Baltimore has its share of problems, but it's close to DC and inexpensive, and a reasonable train commute to DC, at a fraction of the expense of DC. There are some decent areas within Baltimore proper, but a place like Elicott City or Catonsville closer to DC would work. Similarly, there are areas in Baltimore that are not bad, but may be a bit more expensive.

JoyfulSilence · 46-50, M

@toddr13 I would not live on Main Street in Ellicott City, though. It seems to flood every few years. People die.

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toddr13 · 46-50, M

@JoyfulSilence That is true, there's a flooding problem in the downtown.