Show low best place in arizona to live - 11/26/2021

Moved to maricopa az from Oregon because we Retired last year. Looked at all places in az to buy property. Found a piece if paradise land in white mountains az for cheep and placed our travel trailer on it for most of the year to get out of hot heat for a few months a year. It's so green in Show low and the restaurants are the best. Can't wait to do improvements on our land this spring. This works well for retired people like us, and cost of living is cheaper than the phoenix area. We are thinking on a mobile home in the further to place on our land.

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Amazing Place To Live - 3/23/2021

We are so happy to live in Show Low where the outdoors is so beautiful and the people so kind. You could not find nicer neighbors. We are humble people who moved to Show Low after living in Hawaii for over thirty years. There is so much to see and do that we find ourselves exhausted by the end of the day. The restaurants are diverse and very good. Just show respect, kindness, and be humble and you will be treated wonderfully.

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A great place clean air good water nice people. - 12/23/2019

I have had a few properties in the show low area that I have bought and sold because they did not work for me. I've met some very nice and helpful people. I work out of state so my current property is rented. It's far cheaper than flagstaff and just about as pretty. There is more water and lakes than flagstaff. Jobs are scarce and pay is low but housing is cheaper. The influx of Phoenician and Tusonians is uncomfortable during the holidays winter and summer. I am contemplating a move from show low due to climate change and the increase in summer heat. I just don't know where to move to.

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Love this place, Really friendy folks :-) - 9/15/2019

Moved here from Montana in November of 2015... stayed in my camper in one of the local RV parks , nice folks run it but it was Expensive.. Searched for a home and found one in what most Locals call the worst place in town. I have had NO Troubles at all.. Neighbors are OK Some are very good friends.. Yup its a bit trashy in spots, I call it Sleez Bag Acres, its Named " Silver Lake Estates" theres No silver, No Lakes and NO estates LOL.. but i got a nice place for cheep and i love it.. Had No troubles with Police as some have said, I drove around for 1.5 yrs here with Expired plates,, All the places i shop folks are VERY friendly , you need to have a positive attitude to come off well with peeps anywhere.. Im retired so i dont know the Job market.. But im very happy here when the Flat landers from Phoenix go home... they tripple the Population in summer and drive like fools... Still, its a very nice place to live and Never gets -40F :-)

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Show low police are corrupt - 7/27/2018

Stay away from the police they are the local gang In this town and do whatever they please. Sometimes when I get bored I’ll just go watch cars drive and their goes the cops speeding and cutting cars off to get to sonic. Not to mention their like street pirates looking for out of town people just to take their money and locals. That’s all they do is steal from the people and lie to get their way. And the judges are in on it too

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There are no jobs, locals rude - 5/24/2017

Worst place I have lived to date! Impossible to take care of a family here due to high cost of living, high housing costs, and NO JOBS! Locals are everywhere. There are Medical jobs, but they too come with a crap work environment that treats employees poorly... if you can even get hired! Hate it here, white mountain HELL! Worst mistake I ever made. Move somewhere else. You will see if you move here, locals have priority, and you will never be accepted by them!

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How's life???? - 9/13/2013

This may be in vain as the Show Low page isn't exactly jumpin---but I am a mother of three and am wanting to buy some land a few miles outside of Concho and start construction on a small home. I am interested in a way of life that isn't possible here in VA. I understand that jobs are sparse but I have many skills, my own income, and can live on very little... I really wish there were someone willing to answer some questions I have about the area---anyone? Any info on how daily life goes for the locals because I am already in love with the area. I will trade e-mails if someone doesn't want to deal with a website.

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Down to Basics - 1/9/2013

I will start off saying, I was born here in 1975 and have returned throughout my life, for varying amounts of time. This review will be as up to date and honest as possible, as of 2013. The crime rate here, is not nearly as bad as that in a larger city, but it does exist and it is mainly due to drug abuse. Murders have happened, but they are usually, drug or domestic related. Same as anywhere else. You have to ask yourself, who do you plan on hanging around? The population is mixed, from a great deal of Caucasian, Native American, Hispanic & a growing Asian population and on the lower scale other races. Over the past ten years, things have been turning towards diversity. The people can be friendly, but depending on "your" attitude when you arrive, they can be distant. In other words, do not move here and act like you are better than everyone else, because of wherever you hail from and how expensive your education was. Have some simple respect for people and they will do the same in return. The religious community is diverse, but predominantly Morman. There is even a small Jewish community and Pagan community. The cost of living is a bit more then when I lived in Phoenix. Will you see deer on the side of the road, everyday? No. The population has grown too much for that. Go hiking in the woods or along the Rim trail & you will more than likely get a glimpse. There is beauty here and for all its worth, some measure of safety versus living in a city. Amenities are slim. There is a Wal-Mart, Home depot, Lowes, Safeway and a few other large businesses. Most of the rest would be small mom and pops. If you move here, expect a slower pace, but some bad traffic. The influx of people moving here, so quickly, has clogged up the roads a bit, during work hours. The job market is not fantastic, but if you are determined and not looking for 100k a year job, then something will come up. My advise, visit for a few weeks and test the environment out. We like our guns, have a small western style atmosphere, but have enough of an open mind, to not be classified as Red-necks. Last note, if you move here and expect California, there will be disappointment.

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Why is the crime level so high and what types of c - 4/17/2011

Show Low on the surface seems like a perfect place for us to retire to (summers not so hot/great outdoor activities/small town living, etc) However, on a scale of 1 (low) to 10 (high), Sperling's lists Show low at a nine. :( Can anyone please provide us with some comments on this statistic? Thanks.

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Type of crime in Show Low? - 4/17/2011

We are considering semi-retiring in Show Low, mainly due to he climate and smaller town living. However, the crime rate on a scale of 1(low) to 10 (high)is nine. This concerns us greatly. Can anyone provide me with a comment on why it may be so high and what types of crimes generally occur in this community? Thank you.

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IDK - 4/6/2011

It Gets hot in winter and snows in summer

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60 PLUS - 12/13/2010

I AM WRITING IN CAPS AS IT IS EASIER FOR ME TO SEE WHAT I TYPE. I HAVE BEEN VISITING THIS AREA OF THE MOGOLLON RIM FOR THE PAST EIGHT YEARS. I FIND THE SHOW LOW, PINETOP-LAKESIDE AREA TO BE VERY PLEASANT FOR THE 60 PLUS SET. I PURCHASED A SMALL PROPERTY IN A SENIOR PARK THIS PAST AUGUST. THIS WILL BE MY SUMMER HOME; SIX MONTHS OUT OF THE YEAR. SHOW LOW SEEMS TO BE A PRETTY TOGETHER LITTLE CITY. IT HAS AN INDOOR AQUATIC CENTER, A SMALL CITY BUS THAT RUNS FROM SHOW LOW ALL THE WAY TO THE HONDAH CASINO WITH MULTIPLE STOPS IN BETWEEN. THE SUMMER CLIMATE IS IDEAL; IT SURE BEATS MESA AT 115 DEGREES IN JULY !!!! I NO LONGER WORK SO I DON'T COMPETE IN THE JOB MARKET. UNFORTUNATELY, IT SEEMS POOR FOR THOSE WHO NEED TO WORK. THE MURDER RATE IS VERY HIGH FOR SUCH A SMALL COMMUNITY. I GUESS MURDER-SUICIDE IS AT AN ALL TIME HIGH HERE. THIS IS VERY SAD. IT APPEARS TO BE AN ANDY OF MAYBERRY COMMUNITY; THEN YOU SCRATCH BELOW THE SURFACE, IT HAS A NASTY UNDERBELLY. LOTS OF ALCOHOL AND DRUG RELATED ARRESTS, ECT. I HAVE NOTICED A WELL ENDOWED BIKER COMMUNITY (I DON'T MEAN MA AND PA TAKING THE GOLD WING OUT FOR A SUNDAY DRIVE). IF I WAS A MUCH YOUNGER PERSON, AND I HAD A PROFESSIONAL CAREER, I WOULD STILL JUMP AT THE CHANCE TO RAISE MY FAMILY HERE. AS I SAID, I AM IN THE SENIOR REALM AND LIVE HERE ONLY SIX MONTHS OUT OF THE YEAR AND I CAN SAY NOTHING ABOUT THE WINTERS, HEALTHCARE, ECT. MY PRIMARY ADDRESS IS MESA, AZ. I STILL GIVE THE AREA 3-5 STARS. IF YOU LOVE THE WOODS YOU ARE HOME.

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A Little Slice of Heaven - 5/26/2009

To the poster who blasted Show Low. I have lived here for 19 months. I moved from 50 years in So Calif. Here, the air is clean, the wildlife beautiful. The elk & deer can be seen along the roadside daily and the wildflowers are breathtaking. Here you can fish, ski, hunt, hike and off- road vehicles are legal provided they are licenced. You can walk around with a gun on your hip if you want, tho crime is very low. The people are friendly. Sure, it has a large mormon population, but so what. There are lots of churches of many denominations. I retired here and plan to be buried here.

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Disenchanted - 10/3/2008

Nice place to live, cost of living has grown too high. Mainly real estate.

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Show Low is nice, but...... - 2/29/2008

I have lived in Show Low for 14 years. It does have nice weather and outdoor activities like fishing camping in the summer and nearby skiing in the winter. But as far as living here permanently , year round, it can be difficult especially if you are young and just starting out. I am a single mother. I work at the largest employer in Show Low (Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center) as an RN. So in response to a comment by “joedert h” who said “Without a trade or a skill you can offer a possible employer, you can expect to work at taco bell. Better yourself with some education or put the time in to work and learn a trade then you will make more money.” Ouch. Well joe, I have gone to college and now I’m a nurse, and compared to the average individual income in this town I am doing well. However I still find it difficult to maintain a household and make my mortgage on my double wide. For someone who is looking for a vacation or second home, Show Low is ok. The cost of real estate is absolutely ridiculous in Show Low. For young people, new families or single income households who did not purchase their home at least five to ten years ago, this can be very difficult. It is a fact, the two largest employers in Show Low are the hospital and Wal-Mart. Wages here are slightly lower than average and the cost of housing is through the roof. If you read the stats provided by this site you will see that recent job growth is -3.03%. It was reported by this website “Show Low, AZ, violent crime, on a scale from 1 (low crime) to 10, is 5. Violent crime is composed of four offenses: murder and non negligent manslaughter, forcible rape, robbery, and aggravated assault. The US average is 3.” So much for the safe small town. Also, in an article in the local newspaper, The White Mountain Independent, on 9/7/07 it was written that “Navajo County Probation reports 85 percent of probation cases have used meth. Navajo County [the county which Show Low is located in] has the highest numbers in Arizona for meth use among 12th graders but it has the lowest per capita spending on prevention." The Show Low School district is mediocre at best (“performing” to “performing plus”). All in all, it is small town that is easy to get stuck in, but I would not recommend looking to move here unless you are retired with a lot of money!

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Don't listen to bad reviews, I love Show Low!!! - 1/9/2008

This comment is a responce to another poster that was bashing S.L. I disagree, for the average unskilled person it can be hard, but job dedication does pay off. Without a trade or a skill you can offer a possible employer, you can expect to work at taco bell. Better yourself with some education or put the time in to work and learn a trade then you will make more money. As for housing, the guidlines for it are the same as anywhere, if you want to live in the heart of the city , your going to pay for it. There are alot of places that are inexpensive and decent to live, "nobody starts at the top". I don't live in Show Low any more but i would move back today if i could. If you have lived in a big city you know what traffic is, Show Low doesn't have any, at all, even in the summer, To the poster of the comments above ; please visit a big city! The "pollen" has never made me sick i lived there for 15 years, I actually never knew anyone who got "sick" they took allergy medicine. Like I said, I love Show Low, I wish I was there now!!!!!!!

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It has it's good side and it's bad... - 3/21/2007

Show Low is a little community about 45 miles from the New Mexico border. Take it from somebody who has lived here their whole life: the job opportunities here are terrible. Minimum wage is the norm. A high paying job is $13 to $15 an hour. Major employers are Navapache Hospital, Wal-Mart & Home Depot. And if you plan on opening up a business, the rent for space is based on California rental costs, so it's extremely high. And to buy commercial land in nearly impossible. There's very little to be had, and what's available is super high. Lots of doctor's offices, yet health care here can be terrible. If you compare the wages to the home values, it's totally out of balance. A 1400 square foot home can go for $235,000 here, and it's not anything special. Rentals run around $1,000 a month. Most homeowners here are 2nd home owners/vaction homes. The pollen in the spring makes everyone sick. The summer has terrible traffic throughout the mountains. And the winters can be cold, lots of snow and ice. On the plus side, it's a relatively safe community. Sure, we have some crime, but nothing like the big cities. We have a casino on the Reservation, 2 multiplex theatres, and lots of little mom & pop resturants. No big chains. In the last few years, we've had JC Penney, Wal-Mart, Home Depot, Sears move in. The summer weather is fantastic, with highs in the low 80's. The fall is beautiful when all the aspens and oaks change color. And if you like to ski, the ski resort is one of the best in the state. It would be a great place to visit or have a vacation home in. But keep in mind the low wages and high housing if you plan to move here permanently.

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