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What BestPlaces Users Say about Martinsburg
Martinsburg, West Virginia is a small city located in the eastern panhandle of the state. With a population of just over 17,000, it is known for its historic downtown area and proximity to outdoor recreation. In order to get a better understanding of what it's like to live in Martinsburg, I have gathered user reviews from the website BestPlaces.net. These reviews highlight the positive and negative aspects of living in this particular place and provide valuable insights from those who have first-hand experience.
According to user "Jake," Martinsburg is a great place for families due to its low crime rate and good school system. He states, "I have lived here for 10 years and have never felt unsafe. The schools are also top-notch and my children are receiving an excellent education." Similarly, user "Samantha" praises the city's affordable housing options and friendly community. She writes, "I moved here for a job opportunity and was surprised at how affordable the housing is. The people here are also very welcoming and it's easy to make friends."
However, not all reviews are positive. User "John" expresses frustration with the job market in Martinsburg, stating, "I have been struggling to find a decent job here. There are limited opportunities and the pay is not great." User "Mary" also mentions concerns about the traffic and congestion in the area. She says, "The traffic can be a nightmare, especially during rush hour. It's something to consider if you're thinking about moving here."
Overall, the user reviews about living in Martinsburg, West Virginia are mostly positive. It seems to be a safe and affordable place with a strong sense of community. However, as with any place, there are some drawbacks to consider such as limited job opportunities and traffic congestion. It's important to weigh these factors when deciding if Martinsburg is the right place for you to live.
based on 15 ReviewsGet to know Martinsburg with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Martinsburg
Beautiful Country, Bad Governance - 11/15/2020
We moved to Martinsburg for retirement, and we love it. Unfortunately, I have to agree with the other comments in this list. People are unlikely to stay, given the lack of jobs, drug use, and a downtown that looks terrible. So, having seen all these complaints posted by long term residents, why did everyone vote for this awful governor in 2020? Apparently, he's had the opportunity to improve the city, but he just doesn't
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Good and improving - 8/26/2020
I've lived here for seven years and I love it here. People talk about crime however the majority of it is drug use and is a national problem. The police do a pretty great job keeping the community safe. Incomes in Martinsburg have increased dramatically after the new factories opened. The city has taken drastic actions to update the city and clean up the streets. The cost of living is extremely low compared to surrounding areas and is one of the few places a young adult can strike out on their own and be
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Not great, but not the worst. You decide - 8/9/2020
I have lived in the area since 2001. This is an honest review:
The Good and Bad:
1. At least there are no ridiculous riots going on. People here have some sense. But I imagine no one would dare try to destroy property, etc around here, as most every native WV'er here is armed to the teeth. You won't find any scary clowns, either, lol. Weird clowns (or other terrorists of any kind) would likely get shot by a local if they tried anything, and that's a positive IMO. And these people know how to respect and use their guns.
2. Murder is rare here, and usually involves people from out-of-state. Crime here is typically drugs-related and Martinsburg has had it's share of it. To their credit, local law enforcement have made some headway on cleaning up the area. However, the battle is ongoing, since highway 81 is a major trafficking route and runs through Martinsburg. Also, there are bars on every corner. There is no zoning, so you will find a bar next to
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Beware - 5/28/2019
From the city judges like william norris to the auto repair shops like union corner auto and truck repair on winchester ave. The city has next to zero professionalism, integrity, or work ethic. Its full of corruption, drugs, and thieves. I do not recommend visiting this
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resident trying to escape - 4/7/2018
heroin use is rampant and so is thief to buy it local police have their hands tied and state politicians are corrupt taxes are high and there are no public
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There are no professional jobs in Martinsburg - 7/4/2010
We need jobs in Martinsburg, so that people with professional degrees should not have to travel over 1 1/2 hr to find employment. They are building all these houses but no jobs for people to afford them. I want to move back to Martinsburg, but my biggest fear is, where am I going to work? Why should I settle for just any jobs when I went to college and earn my Master's Degree. What is happening to Martinsburg. Can the government assist Martinsburg, or has they forgotten about this little town. It is sicking and
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Martinsburg - 2/18/2008
has all the stuff you would want to do, but the cost of living is ASTRONIMICAL compared to the piddly salaries that you are paid. IF you want to live here, you have to WORK in DC (2 hours away) to make enough money to live
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Can this town be saved? - 1/7/2008
Martinsburg saw its heyday in the 1940s, and it's pretty much been downhill ever since. Although surrounding Berkeley County is the nation's 56th-fasting growing county in the nation (per 2007 statistics), its inner core --Martinsburg -- remains a decrepit mill town, without a vision for how to reinvent itself, short-changed by the exodus of business to other nearby cities (Hagerstown, Maryland, and Winchester, Virginia) and disabled by abysmal growth and development leadership and policies (if you can call them "policies") by Berkeley County officials.
Think of this concentric geographic ring as a sugery, calorie-ridden junk food doughnut, with a distasteful, bitter center -- that about sums up Berkeley County and Martinsburg: cheap suburban tract housing being thrown up in former rural apple orchards, decaying row houses remaining in the forelorn and foresaken center-city.
Not that it couldn't change. Martinsburg has a well-built and well-preserved
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The Burg - 11/20/2007
Martinsburg is in West-By-God-Virginia, but it is nothing like the rest of the state. We are in the Eastern Panhandle, which means we are located between Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, which leaves us in the best part of all four worlds. People are friendly, and there are a lot of people who commute to/from DC, Baltimore, and all points in between. Housing is super expensive, but the bubble burst and prices are coming down. Don't know anything about schools because the last time I had any experience was when I was in them, about 12 years
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